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."
Known For
Credits
- 2017 · Battle of the Sexes as Herb
- 2017 · Genius as Lyndon B. Johnson
- 2016 · Stan Against Evil as Stanley Miller
- 2016 · The Belko Experiment as Wendell Dukes
- 2015 · Vacation as Motorbike Cop
- 2014 · Chicago P.D. as Brian Kelton
- 2013 · Ground Floor as Remington Stewart Mansfield
- 2013 · Brooklyn Nine-Nine as Frank O'Sullivan
- 2013 · 42 as Red Barber
- 2012 · Alex Cross as Richard Brookwell
- 2009 · Superman/Batman: Public Enemies as Metallo (voice)
- 2007 · WordGirl as
- 2007 · Burn Notice as
- 2007 · Burn Notice as Tom Card
- 2007 · Are We Done Yet? as Chuck Mitchell, Jr.
- 2007 · Wild Hogs as Highway Patrolman
- 2006 · Talkshow with Spike Feresten as
- 2006 · World Trade Center as Fireman
- 2006 · Two Tickets to Paradise as Mark
- 2005 · The Boondocks as
- 2005 · American Dragon: Jake Long as
- 2005 · The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson as Self
- 2004 · The Tony Danza Show as Self
- 2004 · Justice League Unlimited as The Atom / Ray Palmer (voice)
- 2004 · Justice League Unlimited as The Atom (voice)
- 2003 · The Ellen DeGeneres Show as Self
- 2003 · Spider-Man: The New Animated Series as Richard Damien (voice)
- 2003 · Identity as George
- 2002 · Clone High as Creepy Trucker (voice)
- 2002 · Kim Possible as Rudolph Farnsworth / White Stripe (voice)
- 2001 · Justice League as Executive / Bookie (voice)
- 2001 · Scrubs as Perry Cox
- 2001 · The Nightmare Room as Dr. Young
- 2001 · Summer Catch as Hugh Alexander
- 2001 · The Animal as Sgt. Sisk
- 2000 · Get Carter as Con McCarty
- 1999 · Any Given Sunday as Jack Rose
- 1999 · Office Space as Bob Slydell
- 1997 · Nothing to Lose as Davis "Rig" Lanlow
- 1997 · The Practice as Leonard Goode
- 1997 · King of the Hill as One-Armed Ronnie / Ranger (voice)
- 1996 · Set It Off as Detective Strode
- 1996 · The Rock as Marine Captain Hendrix
- 1995 · MADtv as Self - Special Guest / Paul a Postal Worker
- 1995 · Se7en as California
- 1994 · On Deadly Ground as MacGruder
- 1993 · Frasier as Danny Kriezel
- 1991 · Point Break as Ben Harp
- 1991 · Highlander II: The Quickening as David Blake
- 1989 · Born on the Fourth of July as Official #1 - Democratic Convention, Pushing Wheelchair
- 1987 · Wall Street as Marvin
- 1987 · Leg Work as Denny
- 1986 · Platoon as Sergeant O'Neill
- Future · Untitled Steve Carell Comedy Series as Walter Mann
- 2024 · Holidazed as Chuck Manetti-Hanahan
- 2020 · Dragons: Rescue Riders: Secrets of the Songwing as Grumblegard (voice)
- 2018 · Benched as Don
- 2017 · The Good Catholic as Ollie
- 2016 · The Drowning as Teddy
- 2016 · Get a Job as Diller
- 2014 · The Discoverers as Bill Birch
- 2014 · Kid Cannabis as John Grefard
- 2013 · Watercolor Postcards as Merlin
- 2009 · The Face is Familiar as
- 2008 · American Crude as Jim
- 2006 · Puff, Puff, Pass as Jerry Dupree
- 2005 · Alien Planet as Narrator
- 2005 · Lil' Pimp as Man Cub Master (voice)
- 2003 · It's a Very Merry Muppet Christmas Movie as Dr. Perry Cox
- 2002 · Crazy As Hell as Parker
- 2002 · Stealing Harvard as Detective Charles
- 2002 · Highway as Johnny the Fox
- 2001 · A Tour of the Inferno: Revisiting 'Platoon' as Self
- 2000 · Sole Survivor as Victor Yates
- 1999 · Three to Tango as Strauss
- 1999 · Flypaper as Joe
- 1999 · The Jack Bull as Woody
- 1998 · The Pentagon Wars as Colonel J.D. Bock
- 1998 · Target Earth as FBI Agent Vincent Naples
- 1997 · Intensity as Edgler Foreman Vess
- 1997 · Intensity as Edgler Foreman Vess
- 1997 · Truth or Consequences, N.M. as Eddie Grillo
- 1997 · Colin Fitz as Groundskeeper
- 1996 · Mother as Carl
- 1996 · Johns as Danny Cohen
- 1995 · Nixon as Earl in Training Film
- 1995 · Born to Be Wild as Max Carr
- 1995 · The Return of Hunter: Everyone Walks in L.A. as Det. Sgt. Harry McBride
- 1994 · Wagons East! as Julian
- 1994 · Surviving the Game as John Griffin
- 1994 · Car 54, Where Are You? as Officer Francis Muldoon
- 1993 · The Last Outlaw as Wills
- 1993 · Mother's Boys as Mr. Fogel, Teacher
- 1993 · Hear No Evil as Mickey O'Malley
- 1993 · Watch It as Rick
- 1992 · Cruel Doubt as Attorney Jim Vos Burgh
- 1992 · A Midnight Clear as Major Griffin
- 1992 · Little Noises as Stu Slovack
- 1992 · Article 99 as Dr. Rudy Bobrick
- 1992 · Fathers & Sons as Gary (uncredited)
- 1989 · Suffering Bastards as Buddy Johnson
- 1989 · Fat Man and Little Boy as Richard Schoenfield
- 1989 · Lost Angels as Dr. Farmer
- 1989 · Prisoners of Inertia as Ogden
- 1988 · Talk Radio as Stu
- 1988 · Shakedown as Sean Phillips
- 1988 · Clinton and Nadine as Turner
- 1986 · Sweet Liberty as Floyd