John C. McGinley is an American actor, writer, and producer. He was born on August 3, 1959, in New York City, New York. McGinley is widely recognized for his versatile performances in both film and television, often portraying intense and memorable characters. One of McGinley's most notable roles is as Dr. Perry Cox in the television series "Scrubs," which aired from 2001 to 2010. His portrayal of the acerbic yet compassionate doctor earned critical acclaim and a dedicated fan following. McGinley's performance in "Scrubs" showcased his ability to seamlessly transition between comedic and dramatic moments, making the character one of the show's highlights. Prior to "Scrubs," McGinley appeared in a variety of films, including "Platoon" (1986), directed by Oliver Stone, where he portrayed Sergeant Red O'Neill. He has worked with Stone on multiple occasions, including in films like "Born on the Fourth of July" (1989) and "Wall Street" (1987). McGinley's roles in these films showcased his range and versatility as an actor. He has also appeared in other notable films such as "Office Space" (1999), "Any Given Sunday" (1999), "Identity" (2003), and "Se7en" (1995), among others. McGinley's performances often leave a lasting impression, and he has been praised for his ability to bring complexity and depth to his characters. In addition to his work in film and television, John C. McGinley has also made appearances in theater productions. He has performed on Broadway in plays such as "Requiem for a Heavyweight" and "Glengarry Glen Ross." Beyond acting, McGinley has taken on roles as a producer and writer. He co-wrote and produced the film "Colin Fitz Lives!" (1997) and served as an executive producer on "Scrubs."
Movie | Dragons: Rescue Riders: Secrets of the Songwing | Grumblegard (voice) | 2020-07-24 |
Movie | Benched | Don | 2018-08-17 |
Series | Genius | Lyndon B. Johnson | 2017-04-25 |
Movie | Battle of the Sexes | Herb | 2017-09-22 |
Movie | The Good Catholic | Ollie | 2017-09-08 |
Movie | Get a Job | Diller | 2016-03-17 |
Movie | The Belko Experiment | Wendell Dukes | 2016-03-17 |
Series | Stan Against Evil | Stanley Miller | 2016-10-31 |
Movie | The Drowning | Teddy | 2016-10-08 |
Movie | Vacation | Motorbike Cop | 2015-07-28 |
Series | Chicago P.D. | Brian Kelton | 2014-01-08 |
Movie | The Discoverers | Bill Birch | 2014-05-16 |
Movie | Kid Cannabis | John Grefard | 2014-04-18 |
Movie | Watercolor Postcards | Merlin | 2013-01-01 |
Movie | 42 | Red Barber | 2013-04-12 |
Series | Ground Floor | Remington Stewart Mansfield | 2013-11-14 |
Series | Brooklyn Nine-Nine | Frank O'Sullivan | 2013-09-17 |
Movie | Alex Cross | Richard Brookwell | 2012-10-18 |
Series | Dan Vs. | Fake Dan | 2011-01-01 |
Movie | The Face is Familiar | Unknown | 2009-06-08 |
Movie | Superman/Batman: Public Enemies | Metallo (voice) | 2009-09-29 |
Movie | American Crude | Jim | 2008-06-03 |
Movie | Wild Hogs | Highway Patrolman | 2007-03-02 |
Series | WordGirl | Unknown | 2007-09-07 |
Movie | Are We Done Yet? | Chuck Mitchell, Jr. | 2007-04-04 |
Series | Burn Notice | Tom Card | 2007-06-28 |
Movie | Two Tickets to Paradise | Mark | 2006-01-01 |
Movie | Puff, Puff, Pass | Jerry Dupree | 2006-05-09 |
Series | Talkshow with Spike Feresten | Unknown | 2006-09-16 |
Movie | World Trade Center | Fireman | 2006-08-09 |
Series | The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson | Self | 2005-01-03 |
Series | American Dragon: Jake Long | Unknown | 2005-01-21 |
Movie | Lil' Pimp | Man Cub Master (voice) | 2005-01-11 |
Series | The Boondocks | Unknown | 2005-11-06 |
Movie | Alien Planet | Narrator | 2005-05-14 |
Series | Justice League Unlimited | The Atom (voice) | 2004-07-31 |
Series | The Tony Danza Show | Self | 2004-09-13 |
Series | Spider-Man: The New Animated Series | Richard Damien (voice) | 2003-07-11 |
Movie | Identity | George York | 2003-04-25 |
Series | The Ellen DeGeneres Show | Self | 2003-09-08 |
Movie | It's a Very Merry Muppet Christmas Movie | Dr. Perry Cox | 2003-12-24 |
Series | Kim Possible | Rudolph Farnsworth / White Stripe (voice) | 2002-06-07 |
Movie | Stealing Harvard | Detective Charles | 2002-09-13 |
Movie | Highway | Johnny the Fox | 2002-03-26 |
Movie | Crazy As Hell | Parker | 2002-09-27 |
Series | Clone High | Creepy Trucker (voice) | 2002-11-02 |
Movie | The Animal | Sgt. Sisk | 2001-06-01 |
Movie | A Tour of the Inferno: Revisiting 'Platoon' | Self | 2001-01-01 |
Movie | Summer Catch | Hugh Alexander | 2001-08-22 |
Series | The Nightmare Room | Dr. Young | 2001-08-31 |
Series | Scrubs | Perry Cox | 2001-10-02 |
Series | Justice League | Executive / Bookie (voice) | 2001-11-17 |
Movie | Sole Survivor | Victor Yates | 2000-09-13 |
Movie | Get Carter | Con McCarty | 2000-10-06 |
Movie | Any Given Sunday | Jack Rose | 1999-12-22 |
Movie | The Jack Bull | Woody | 1999-04-17 |
Movie | Office Space | Bob Slydell | 1999-02-19 |
Movie | Three to Tango | Strauss | 1999-10-22 |
Movie | Flypaper | Joe | 1999-07-18 |
Movie | Target Earth | FBI Agent Vincent Naples | 1998-01-01 |
Movie | The Pentagon Wars | Colonel J.D. Bock | 1998-02-28 |
Movie | Truth or Consequences, N.M. | Eddie Grillo | 1997-05-02 |
Series | King of the Hill | One-Armed Ronnie / Ranger (voice) | 1997-01-12 |
Movie | Colin Fitz | Groundskeeper | 1997-01-19 |
Series | The Practice | Leonard Goode | 1997-03-04 |
Movie | Nothing to Lose | Davis "Rig" Lanlow | 1997-07-18 |
Movie | Intensity | Edgler Foreman Vess | 1997-08-05 |
Series | Intensity | Edgler Foreman Vess | 1997-08-05 |
Movie | Set It Off | Detective Strode | 1996-11-06 |
Movie | The Rock | Marine Captain Hendrix | 1996-06-07 |
Movie | Johns | Danny Cohen | 1996-12-10 |
Movie | Mother | Carl | 1996-12-25 |
Movie | Born to Be Wild | Max Carr | 1995-03-31 |
Movie | The Return of Hunter: Everyone Walks in L.A. | Det. Sgt. Harry McBride | 1995-03-06 |
Series | MADtv | Self - Special Guest / Paul a Postal Worker | 1995-10-14 |
Movie | Se7en | California | 1995-09-22 |
Movie | Nixon | Earl in Training Film | 1995-12-22 |
Movie | Car 54, Where Are You? | Officer Francis Muldoon | 1994-01-28 |
Movie | On Deadly Ground | MacGruder | 1994-02-18 |
Movie | Surviving the Game | John Griffin | 1994-04-15 |
Movie | Wagons East! | Julian | 1994-08-16 |
Movie | Watch It | Rick | 1993-03-26 |
Series | Frasier | Danny Kriezel | 1993-09-16 |
Movie | Hear No Evil | Mickey O'Malley | 1993-03-26 |
Movie | Mother's Boys | Mr. Fogel, Teacher | 1993-10-01 |
Movie | The Last Outlaw | Wills | 1993-10-30 |
Movie | Article 99 | Dr. Rudy Bobrick | 1992-03-13 |
Movie | Fathers and Sons | Gary (uncredited) | 1992-01-01 |
Movie | A Midnight Clear | Major Griffin | 1992-04-24 |
Movie | Little Noises | Stu Slovack | 1992-04-24 |
Series | Cruel Doubt | Attorney Jim Vos Burgh | 1992-05-17 |
Movie | Highlander II: The Quickening | David Blake | 1991-01-13 |
Movie | Point Break | Ben Harp | 1991-07-12 |
Movie | Prisoners of Inertia | Ogden | 1989-01-23 |
Movie | Born on the Fourth of July | Unknown | 1989-12-20 |
Movie | Lost Angels | Dr. Farmer | 1989-05-05 |
Movie | Fat Man and Little Boy | Richard Schoenfield | 1989-10-20 |
Movie | Suffering Bastards | Buddy Johnson | 1989-12-09 |
Movie | Clinton and Nadine | Turner | 1988-05-04 |
Movie | Talk Radio | Stu | 1988-12-21 |
Movie | Shakedown | Sean Phillips | 1988-05-06 |
Series | Leg Work | Denny | 1987-10-03 |
Movie | Wall Street | Marvin | 1987-12-10 |
Movie | Sweet Liberty | Floyd | 1986-05-16 |
Movie | Platoon | Sergeant O'Neill | 1986-12-19 |