Direction: J.J. Abrams

The best movies, series, and documentaries directed by J.J. Abrams. Explore exceptional titles that showcase a unique filmmaking vision.


Lost - Pilot Episode (TV)

2004 · Movie · 80 min. · United States

Direction J.J. Abrams

Cast Matthew Fox · Evangeline Lilly · Jorge Garcia · Dominic Monaghan

Synopsis Lost - Pilot Episode (TV) (2004) follows the aftermath of a catastrophic event as passengers from Oceanic Flight 815 find themselves stranded on an enigmatic island following a devastating plane crash. The narrative kicks off with three central figures—Jack Shephard...

8.1

26K votes

8.1

26K votes

Lost (TV Series)

2004 · Series · 42 min. · United States

Direction J.J. Abrams · Damon Lindelof · Jeffrey Lieber · Carlton Cuse

Cast Matthew Fox · Evangeline Lilly · Terry O'Quinn · Josh Holloway

Synopsis Lost (TV Series) (2004) follows the aftermath of a catastrophic plane crash that leaves 48 survivors stranded on a mysterious tropical island in the Pacific. The survivors, a diverse group ranging from a former rock star to a Korean couple...

7.9

110K votes

7.9

110K votes

Fringe (TV Series)

2008 · Series · 50 min. · United States

Direction J.J. Abrams · Alex Kurtzman · Roberto Orci · Joe Chappelle

Cast Anna Torv · Joshua Jackson · John Noble · Lance Reddick

Synopsis Fringe (TV Series) (2008) is a captivating science fiction drama that aired from 2008 to 2013, spanning 5 seasons and 100 episodes. The story revolves around FBI agents Olivia Dunham and Peter Bishop, who find themselves grappling with a series...

7.4

28K votes

7.4

28K votes

Star Trek Into Darkness

2013 · Movie · 132 min. · United States

Direction J.J. Abrams

Cast Chris Pine · Zachary Quinto · Zoe Saldana · Benedict Cumberbatch

Synopsis Star Trek Into Darkness (2013) follows the crew of the Enterprise as they return to Earth, only to discover that a formidable threat from within their own ranks has devastated the fleet and plunged the world into chaos. Driven by...

6.8

34K votes

6.8

34K votes

Star Wars: The Force Awakens

2015 · Movie · 135 min. · United States

Direction J.J. Abrams

Cast Daisy Ridley · John Boyega · Harrison Ford · Adam Driver

Synopsis Star Wars: The Force Awakens (2015) unfolds three decades after the fall of Darth Vader and the Empire. On the desolate planet Jakku, a young scavenger named Rey crosses paths with BB-8, a droid carrying crucial information about the whereabouts...

6.8

62K votes

6.8

62K votes

Star Trek

2009 · Movie · 126 min. · United States

Direction J.J. Abrams

Cast Chris Pine · Zachary Quinto · Zoe Saldana · Eric Bana

Synopsis Star Trek (2009) follows the inaugural journey of the cutting-edge starship, the U.S.S. Enterprise, and its young crew as they confront the malevolent Nero (Eric Bana), whose quest for retribution imperils humanity. The destiny of the cosmos hinges on the...

6.8

46K votes

6.8

46K votes

Direction J.J. Abrams

Cast Jennifer Garner · Ron Rifkin · Michael Vartan · Bradley Cooper

Synopsis Alias - Pilot Episode: Truth Be Told (Ep) (2001) introduces Sydney Bristow, a seemingly ordinary college student concealing a secret life as an operative for the enigmatic organization SD-6, purportedly a CIA division, under the direction of the dubious Arvin...

6.5

526 votes

6.5

526 votes

Super 8

2011 · Movie · 107 min. · United States

Direction J.J. Abrams

Cast Joel Courtney · Riley Griffiths · Elle Fanning · Ryan Lee

Synopsis Super 8 (2011) follows a group of young friends in a quiet Ohio town during the summer of 1979, who embark on a creative project to produce a zombie film using their Super 8 camera. While filming, Joe Lamb (Joel...

6.4

70K votes

6.4

70K votes

Six Degrees (TV Series)

2006 · Series · 60 min. · United States

Direction J.J. Abrams · Raven Metzner · Stuart Zicherman · Eric Laneuville

Cast Hope Davis · Jay Hernandez · Bridget Moynahan · Erika Christensen

Synopsis Six Degrees (TV Series) (2006) is a captivating drama that aired from 2006 to 2007, spanning 13 episodes. The series explores the concept that any individual on Earth can be connected to another through a chain of six people, suggesting...

6.2

895 votes

6.2

895 votes

Alias (TV Series)

2001 · Series · 60 min. · United States

Direction J.J. Abrams · Ken Olin · Lawrence Trilling · Jack Bender

Cast Jennifer Garner · Ron Rifkin · Michael Vartan · Bradley Cooper

Synopsis Alias (TV Series) (2001) is a thrilling espionage drama that aired from 2001 to 2006, spanning 5 seasons and 105 episodes. The story revolves around Sydney Bristow, portrayed by Jennifer Garner, a young and athletic college graduate who is recruited...

6.1

19K votes

6.1

19K votes

Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker

2019 · Movie · 141 min. · United States

Direction J.J. Abrams

Cast Daisy Ridley · Adam Driver · John Boyega · Oscar Isaac

Synopsis Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker (2019) follows the remaining Resistance as they confront the First Order in a climactic showdown. Rey, Finn, and Poe Dameron embark on a crucial mission, armed with the wisdom and strength of their ancestors....

5.7

28K votes

5.7

28K votes

Mission: Impossible 3

2006 · Movie · 126 min. · United States

Direction J.J. Abrams

Cast Tom Cruise · Philip Seymour Hoffman · Ving Rhames · Billy Crudup

Synopsis Mission: Impossible 3 (2006) follows the thrilling journey of secret agent Ethan Hunt as he faces his most formidable adversary yet. The antagonist, Owen Davian, portrayed by Academy Award® winner Philip Seymour Hoffman, is a ruthless international dealer in weapons...

5.5

40K votes

5.5

40K votes

Alcatraz (TV Series)

2012 · Series · 45 min. · United States

Direction J.J. Abrams · Danny Cannon · Jack Bender · Brad Anderson

Cast Sarah Jones · Jorge Garcia · Sam Neill · Jeffrey Pierce

Synopsis Alcatraz (TV Series) (2012) is a mystery thriller that spans 13 episodes, centering around Rebecca Madsen (Sarah Jones), a tenacious police officer, and Dr. Diego Soto (Jorge Garcia), a quirky expert on the infamous Alcatraz Island. The duo embarks on...

5.5

5K votes

5.5

5K votes

Felicity (TV Series)

1998 · Series · 40 min. · United States

Direction Matt Reeves · J.J. Abrams · Lawrence Trilling · Harry Winer

Cast Keri Russell · Scott Speedman · Scott Foley · Tangi Miller

Synopsis Felicity (TV Series) (1998) is a coming-of-age drama that aired from 1998 to 2002, spanning 4 seasons and 84 episodes. The story kicks off when the introverted and charming Felicity Porter (Keri Russell) asks Ben Covington (Scott Speedman) to sign...

4.9

23K votes

4.9

23K votes

Undercovers (TV Series)

2010 · Series · 40 min. · United States

Direction J.J. Abrams · Josh Reims · Tucker Gates · Stephen Williams

Cast Boris Kodjoe · Gugu Mbatha-Raw · Jessica Parker Kennedy · Gerald McRaney

Synopsis Undercovers (TV Series) (2010) follows the story of Steven and Samantha Bloom, who, after a five-year hiatus from the CIA to run a catering business, are drawn back into the agency by Carlton Shaw. The couple is tasked with handling...

3.4

257 votes

3.4

257 votes

Direction J.J. Abrams

Cast Joey King · Chris Messina · Kerry Condon · Simon Callow

Synopsis Anatomy of Hope (TV) (2009) is a compelling medical drama that delves into the lives of individuals battling cancer. Inspired by Jerome Groopman's insightful book "The Anatomy of Hope: How People Prevail in the Face of Illness," this television production...

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Duster

2025 · Series · 60 min. · United States

Direction LaToya Morgan · J.J. Abrams · Steph Green · Darren Grant

Cast Josh Holloway · Rachel Hilson · Keith David · Greg Grunberg

Synopsis Duster (2025) follows the journey of Rachel Hilson as the inaugural African American FBI agent, who ventures into the southwestern United States in 1972. She joins forces with a skilled getaway driver, portrayed by Holloway. The series is set to...

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Demimonde

2025 · Series · United States

Direction J.J. Abrams · Kira Snyder · Rand Ravich · Far Shariat

Cast Danielle Deadwyler

Synopsis Demimonde (2025) centers around Olive Reed, portrayed by Deadwyler, who is violently separated from her husband and daughter due to a catastrophic scientific incident. Compelled to navigate a labyrinth of deceit, she embarks on a perilous journey to expose a...

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