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 | The Good Catholic | Ollie | 2017-09-08 |
Movie | Battle of the Sexes | Herb | 2017-09-22 |
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 | Kid Cannabis | John Grefard | 2014-04-18 |
Movie | The Discoverers | Bill Birch | 2014-05-16 |
Movie | Watercolor Postcards | Merlin | 2013-01-01 |
Movie | 42 | Red Barber | 2013-04-12 |
Series | Brooklyn Nine-Nine | Frank O'Sullivan | 2013-09-17 |
Series | Ground Floor | Remington Stewart Mansfield | 2013-11-14 |
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 |
Movie | Are We Done Yet? | Chuck Mitchell, Jr. | 2007-04-04 |
Series | Burn Notice | Tom Card | 2007-06-28 |
Series | WordGirl | Unknown | 2007-09-07 |
Movie | Puff, Puff, Pass | Jerry Dupree | 2006-05-09 |
Movie | Two Tickets to Paradise | Mark | 2006-01-01 |
Movie | World Trade Center | Fireman | 2006-08-09 |
Series | Talkshow with Spike Feresten | Unknown | 2006-09-16 |
Movie | Lil' Pimp | Man Cub Master (voice) | 2005-01-11 |
Series | The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson | Self | 2005-01-03 |
Movie | Alien Planet | Narrator | 2005-05-14 |
Series | The Boondocks | Unknown | 2005-11-06 |
Series | American Dragon: Jake Long | Unknown | 2005-01-21 |
Series | Justice League Unlimited | The Atom (voice) | 2004-07-31 |
Series | The Tony Danza Show | Self | 2004-09-13 |
Movie | Identity | George York | 2003-04-25 |
Series | Spider-Man: The New Animated Series | Richard Damien (voice) | 2003-07-11 |
Movie | It's a Very Merry Muppet Christmas Movie | Dr. Perry Cox | 2003-12-24 |
Series | The Ellen DeGeneres Show | Self | 2003-09-08 |
Movie | Highway | Johnny the Fox | 2002-03-26 |
Series | Kim Possible | Rudolph Farnsworth / White Stripe (voice) | 2002-06-07 |
Series | Clone High | Creepy Trucker (voice) | 2002-11-02 |
Movie | Stealing Harvard | Detective Charles | 2002-09-13 |
Movie | Crazy As Hell | Parker | 2002-09-27 |
Movie | The Animal | Sgt. Sisk | 2001-06-01 |
Movie | Summer Catch | Hugh Alexander | 2001-08-22 |
Movie | A Tour of the Inferno: Revisiting 'Platoon' | Self | 2001-01-01 |
Series | The Nightmare Room | Dr. Young | 2001-08-31 |
Series | Justice League | Executive / Bookie (voice) | 2001-11-17 |
Series | Scrubs | Perry Cox | 2001-10-02 |
Movie | Get Carter | Con McCarty | 2000-10-06 |
Movie | Office Space | Bob Slydell | 1999-02-19 |
Movie | The Jack Bull | Woody | 1999-04-17 |
Movie | Flypaper | Joe | 1999-07-18 |
Movie | Three to Tango | Strauss | 1999-10-22 |
Movie | Any Given Sunday | Jack Rose | 1999-12-22 |
Movie | Target Earth | FBI Agent Vincent Naples | 1998-01-01 |
Movie | The Pentagon Wars | Colonel J.D. Bock | 1998-02-28 |
Movie | Colin Fitz | Groundskeeper | 1997-01-19 |
Series | King of the Hill | One-Armed Ronnie / Ranger (voice) | 1997-01-12 |
Series | The Practice | Leonard Goode | 1997-03-04 |
Movie | Truth or Consequences, N.M. | Eddie Grillo | 1997-05-02 |
Movie | Intensity | Edgler Foreman Vess | 1997-08-05 |
Series | Intensity | Edgler Foreman Vess | 1997-08-05 |
Movie | Nothing to Lose | Davis "Rig" Lanlow | 1997-07-18 |
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 |
Movie | Se7en | California | 1995-09-22 |
Series | MADtv | Self - Special Guest / Paul a Postal Worker | 1995-10-14 |
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 | Wagons East! | Julian | 1994-08-16 |
Movie | Surviving the Game | John Griffin | 1994-04-15 |
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 | Little Noises | Stu Slovack | 1992-04-24 |
Series | Cruel Doubt | Attorney Jim Vos Burgh | 1992-05-17 |
Movie | A Midnight Clear | Major Griffin | 1992-04-24 |
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 | Lost Angels | Dr. Farmer | 1989-05-05 |
Movie | Fat Man and Little Boy | Richard Schoenfield | 1989-10-20 |
Movie | Born on the Fourth of July | Unknown | 1989-12-20 |
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 |