John C. McGinley
Acting
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."
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tvRooster
2026
Walter Mann
tvScrubs
2026
Dr. Perry Cox
movieOliver Stone: El outsider
2025
Self - actor (Platoon)
tvHolidazed
2024
Chuck Manetti-Hanahan
movieDragons: Rescue Riders: Secrets of the Songwing
2020
Grumblegard (voice)
tvGenius
2017
Lyndon B. Johnson
movieThe Belko Experiment
2017
Wendell Dukes
tvStan Against Evil
2016
Stanley Miller
movieGet a Job
2016
Diller
movieThe Discoverers
2014
Bill Birch
movieKid Cannabis
2014
John Grefard
tvChicago P.D.
2014
Brian Kelton
tvGround Floor
2013
Remington Stewart Mansfield
tvBrooklyn Nine-Nine
2013
Frank O'Sullivan
movie42
2013
Red Barber
movieAlex Cross
2012
Richard Brookwell
movieSuperman/Batman: Public Enemies
2009
Metallo (voice)
Back
2009
Tom Barnes
tvScrubs: Interns
2009
Perry Cox
tvBurn Notice
2007
Tom Card
movieAre We Done Yet?
2007
Chuck Mitchell, Jr.
movieWild Hogs
2007
Highway Patrolman
movieWorld Trade Center
2006
Fireman (uncredited)
moviePuff, Puff, Pass
2006
Jerry Dupree
movieAlien Planet
2005
Narrator
tvAmerican Dragon: Jake Long
2005
Dr. Diente (voice)
movieLil' Pimp
2005
Man Cub Master (voice)
tvJustice League Unlimited
2004
The Atom / Ray Palmer (voice) / The Atom (voice)
tvSpider-Man: The New Animated Series
2003
Richard Damien (voice)
movieIdentity
2003
George
movieIt's a Very Merry Muppet Christmas Movie
2002
Dr. Perry Cox
tvClone High
2002
Creepy Trucker (voice)
movieCrazy As Hell
2002
Parker
movieStealing Harvard
2002
Detective Charles
tvKim Possible
2002
Rudolph Farnsworth / White Stripe (voice)
movieHighway
2002
Johnny the Fox
tvJustice League
2001
Executive / Bookie (voice)
tvScrubs
2001
Perry Cox
tvThe Nightmare Room
2001
Dr. Young
movieSummer Catch
2001
Hugh Alexander
movieThe Animal
2001
Sgt. Sisk
movieGet Carter
2000
Con McCarty
movieSole Survivor
2000
Victor Yates
movieAny Given Sunday
1999
Jack Rose
movieThree to Tango
1999
Strauss
movieOffice Space
1999
Bob Slydell
movieThe Pentagon Wars
1998
Colonel J.D. Bock
movieTarget Earth
1998
FBI Agent Vincent Naples
movieIntensity
1997
Edgler Foreman Vess
tvIntensity
1997
Edgler Foreman Vess
movieNothing to Lose
1997
Davis "Rig" Lanlow
movieTruth or Consequences, N.M.
1997
Eddie Grillo
tvThe Practice
1997
Leonard Goode
movieColin Fitz
1997
Groundskeeper
tvKing of the Hill
1997
One-Armed Ronnie / Ranger (voice)
movieMother
1996
Carl
movieJohns
1996
Danny Cohen
movieSet It Off
1996
Detective Strode
movieThe Rock
1996
Marine Captain Hendrix
movieNixon
1995
Earl in Training Film
tvMADtv
1995
Self - Special Guest / Paul a Postal Worker
movieSe7en
1995
California
movieBorn to Be Wild
1995
Max Carr
movieThe Return of Hunter: Everyone Walks in L.A.
1995
Det. Sgt. Harry McBride
movieWagons East!
1994
Julian
movieSurviving the Game
1994
Griffin
movieOn Deadly Ground
1994
MacGruder
movieCar 54, Where Are You?
1994
Officer Francis Muldoon
movieMother's Boys
1993
Mr. Fogel, Teacher
tvFrasier
1993
Danny Kriezel
movieHear No Evil
1993
Mickey O'Malley
movieFathers & Sons
1992
Gary (uncredited)
tvCruel Doubt
1992
Attorney Jim Vos Burgh
movieA Midnight Clear
1992
Major Griffin
movieLittle Noises
1992
Stu Slovack
movieArticle 99
1992
Dr. Rudy Bobrick
moviePoint Break
1991
SAIC Ben Harp
movieHighlander II: The Quickening
1991
David Blake
movieBorn on the Fourth of July
1989
Official #1 - Democratic Convention, Pushing Wheelchair
movieSuffering Bastards
1989
Buddy Johnson
movieFat Man and Little Boy
1989
Richard Schoenfield
movieLost Angels
1989
Dr. Farmer
movieShakedown
1988
Sean Phillips
movieWall Street
1987
Marvin
tvLeg Work
1987
Denny
moviePlatoon
1986
Sergeant O'Neill
Production4
tvScrubs
2026
Executive Producer
movieThe Jack Bull
1999
Executive Producer
movieColin Fitz
1997
Producer
movieWatch It
1993
Producer