J. J. Abrams is recognized for his work in action , drama , and science fiction films .
Abrams wrote or produced such films as Regarding Henry ( 1991 ) , Forever Young ( 1992 ) , Armageddon ( 1998 ) , Cloverfield ( 2008 ) , Star Trek ( 2009 ) , Star Wars : The Force Awakens ( 2015 ) , and the upcoming Star Wars : Episode IX ( 2019 ) .
J. J. Abrams