John C. McGinley
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."
110 acting credits
Acting · 110
Chicago P.D.
2014
Frasier
1993
Brooklyn Nine-Nine
2013
King of the Hill
1997
Scrubs
2001
The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson
2005
The Practice
1997
Burn Notice
2007
Kim Possible
2002
The Ellen DeGeneres Show
2003
Se7en
1995
The Boondocks
2005
Genius
2017
WordGirl
2007
The Tony Danza Show
2004
Justice League Unlimited
2004
Scrubs
2026
American Dragon: Jake Long
2005
Rooster
2026
Identity
2003
Justice League
2001
Platoon
1986
The Rock
1996
Clone High
2002
Point Break
1991
Spider-Man: The New Animated Series
2003
Vacation
2015
The Nightmare Room
2001
Office Space
1999
Wall Street
1987
Leg Work
1987
Wild Hogs
2007
42
2013
Talkshow with Spike Feresten
2006
Any Given Sunday
1999
Born on the Fourth of July
1989
The Belko Experiment
2017
Ground Floor
2013
Stan Against Evil
2016
World Trade Center
2006
The Animal
2001
Battle of the Sexes
2017
Highlander II: The Quickening
1991
On Deadly Ground
1994
Nothing to Lose
1997
Nixon
1995
Superman/Batman: Public Enemies
2009
Holidazed
2024
Get Carter
2000
Set It Off
1996
Alex Cross
2012
MADtv
1995
Cruel Doubt
1992
Are We Done Yet?
2007
Fat Man and Little Boy
1989
Highway
2002
Summer Catch
2001
It's a Very Merry Muppet Christmas Movie
2002
Stealing Harvard
2002
The Jack Bull
1999
Shakedown
1988
Article 99
1992
Intensity
1997
Kid Cannabis
2014
Talk Radio
1988
Dragons: Rescue Riders: Secrets of the Songwing
2020
Lost Angels
1989
The Pentagon Wars
1998
The Drowning
2016
Surviving the Game
1994
A Midnight Clear
1992
Get a Job
2016
The Return of Hunter: Everyone Walks in L.A.
1995
Three to Tango
1999
Wagons East!
1994
Truth or Consequences, N.M.
1997
Mother
1996
Two Tickets to Paradise
2006
Puff, Puff, Pass
2006
Lil' Pimp
2005
Johns
1996
A Tour of the Inferno: Revisiting 'Platoon'
2001
Born to Be Wild
1995
Mother's Boys
1993
The Last Outlaw
1993
Sole Survivor
2000
Crazy As Hell
2002
Hear No Evil
1993
Fathers & Sons
1992
Target Earth
1998
Colin Fitz
1997
Sweet Liberty
1986
Car 54, Where Are You?
1994
Clinton and Nadine
1988
The Face is Familiar
2009
Watch It
1993
Alien Planet
2005
Flypaper
1999
Intensity
1997
Watercolor Postcards
2013
American Crude
2008
Brothers in Arms
2018
The Discoverers
2014
Little Noises
1992
Back
2009
Suffering Bastards
1989
Benched
2018
The Good Catholic
2017
Prisoners of Inertia
1989
Oliver Stone: El outsider
2025