When actor and producer Jason Abrams was just a young boy dreaming of Hollywood, he never could have imagined he would one day see his face next to Tom Cruise on the poster for a Steven Spielberg summer blockbuster, but this was exactly the situation he found himself in back in 2007. The film was War of the Worlds, and though he was one of 1,500 extras, he was proud to be featured on the poster. “When I saw that, I thought I’d made it as an actor,” he says with a chuckle. “Little did I know I still had a long way to go.” With a feature film and several small roles in major productions under his belt, Abrams looks back on the start of a long career with pride, contentment, and optimism for the future.

Getting Started in the Film Industry

Born in upstate New York, Abrams has loved entertaining people since childhood. He describes his family as a “musical family,” so it must have made them proud when he started his own DJ business as a teenager. It was a modestly successful venture that ran for 14 years, and it remains a point of pride for Abrams. “I loved doing DJ work,” he recalls. “The energy, the creativity, the rush, the experience of being there and feeling the music and pumping up a crowd – it’s such an incredible atmosphere to work in.”

From small roles on shows like Mad Men, The Sopranos, and Law & Order SVU to a major role in the 2019 film Night Sweats, Jason Abrams is laying the foundations for a long and successful career in the entertainment industry.

Making Memories

Abrams has made some incredible memories over the course of his acting career. Working in revered productions, getting to meet huge stars, and seeing his face on the big and small screen have been some of the most profound and memorable experiences of his life. “It’s been so fulfilling despite all of the challenges, the long hours, the hard work, the modest recognition – in the end, it’s all worth it just to see your face on the poster or your name scrolling by in the credits.” Creating and maintaining a steady career in the film industry is hard work, but there’s always room for dedicated performers and entertainers.

Night Sweats

Produced in association with Abrams’ Brooklyn-based production company, Time Will Tell Productions, Night Sweats (2019) tells the heart-pounding story of a skateboarder investigating the mysterious death of his roommate. As he gets closer to the truth, he is drawn into the sinister inner workings of a self-help company and the mysterious pharmaceutical lab behind it. The film, which was based on a true story, is both nightmarish and frighteningly real. Billed as a “pharmaceutical thriller,” it has received praise from viewers for its pacing, suspense, and performances.

Future Ventures

Abrams has found a new outlet for his creative energies with Instagram and YouTube shorts, which he’s taken to posting regularly. He hopes to grow his audience organically through his short-form comedic content. This can be a great way for an actor to enhance their career, as a strong social following can open the door for new opportunities in the industry. “Beyond any of the career-building aspects of it, it’s just a great way for me to do what I love: to have fun and entertain people,” he explains. “With Instagram and YouTube, I have more creative freedom and greater reach than ever before.” Though he intends to focus on building his social following, he has his eye on his next big film endeavor.

Learn more about Jason Abrams and Night Sweats on IMDb. Visit Jason Abrams’ official website at https://thejasonabrams.com/. Follow him on Instagram (@jasonabramsnyc) and YouTube.