Abrams to produce 'Mission: Impossible 4'

J.J. Abrams has confirmed that he will produce Mission: Impossible 4 alongside Tom Cruise.

The Star Trek filmmaker, who helmed the third movie in the franchise in 2006, told TV Guide that he has not yet signed on to direct the film.

Abrams said: "I am incredibly honoured that Tom has invited me back as a producer on Mission: Impossible 4.

"Tom and I have come up with a really cool idea we are pursuing."

Earlier this year, Cruise revealed that he would reprise his role of Ethan Hunt in the film.