Known For
Acting
Born
Aug 03, 1959
Place of Birth
New York City, New York, USA
Credits
112 titles
John C. McGinley
Biography
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
Filmography
Rooster
Walter Mann
Scrubs
Dr. Perry Cox
Oliver Stone: The Outsider
Self - actor (Platoon)
Holidazed
Chuck Manetti-Hanahan
Dragons: Rescue Riders: Secrets of the Songwing
Grumblegard (voice)
Brothers in Arms
Self
Benched
Don
Battle of the Sexes
Herb
The Good Catholic
Ollie
Genius
Lyndon B. Johnson
The Belko Experiment
Wendell Dukes
Stan Against Evil
Stanley Miller
The Drowning
Teddy
Get a Job
Diller
The Discoverers
Bill Birch
Kid Cannabis
John Grefard
Chicago P.D.
Brian Kelton
Ground Floor
Remington Stewart Mansfield
Brooklyn Nine-Nine
Frank O'Sullivan
42
Red Barber
Watercolor Postcards
Merlin
Alex Cross
Richard Brookwell
Superman/Batman: Public Enemies
Metallo (voice)
The Face is Familiar
Back
Tom Barnes
Scrubs: Interns
Perry Cox
Setting it Straight: Making ‘Set it Off’
Self
American Crude
Jim
WordGirl
Burn Notice
Are We Done Yet?
Chuck Mitchell, Jr.
Wild Hogs
Highway Patrolman
Talkshow with Spike Feresten
World Trade Center
Fireman (uncredited)
Puff, Puff, Pass
Jerry Dupree
Two Tickets to Paradise
Mark
The Boondocks
Alien Planet
Narrator
American Dragon: Jake Long
Dr. Diente (voice)
Lil' Pimp
Man Cub Master (voice)
The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson
Self
The Tony Danza Show
Self
Justice League Unlimited
The Atom / Ray Palmer (voice)
The Ellen DeGeneres Show
Self
Spider-Man: The New Animated Series
Richard Damien (voice)
Identity
George
It's a Very Merry Muppet Christmas Movie
Dr. Perry Cox
Clone High
Creepy Trucker (voice)
Crazy As Hell
Parker
Stealing Harvard
Detective Charles