8.4
Movie
Acting
John C. McGinley
- Born
- (age 67)
- Birthplace
- New York City, New York, USA
- Credits
- 117 titles
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."
Signature work
Known For
8.4
Movie
7.2
Movie
The Rock
7.7
Movie
Platoon
7.2
Movie
Identity
8.2
TV
Brooklyn Nine-Nine
7.2
Movie
Point Break
7.4
Movie
Office Space
8.4
TV
Chicago P.D.
6.0
Movie
Wild Hogs
7.2
Movie
Wall Street
7.2
Movie
42
6.7
Movie
Battle of the Sexes
7.0
Movie
Born on the Fourth of July
6.8
Movie
Any Given Sunday
6.2
Movie
The Belko Experiment
5.2
Movie
The Animal
4.7
Movie
Highlander II: The Quickening
7.7
TV
Frasier
Acting credits 117
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| TBA | Frog Fathers 2: Last Battle of the Pacific Film | Narrator - Self |
| 2026 | Rooster TV | Walter Mann (10 ep) |
| 2026 | Scrubs TV | Dr. Perry Cox (6 ep) |
| 2025 | Oliver Stone: The Outsider Film | Self - actor (Platoon) |
| 2024 | Holidazed TV | Chuck Manetti-Hanahan (8 ep) |
| 2024 | Frog Fathers: Lessons from the Normandy Surf Film | Narrator - Self |
| 2020 | Dragons: Rescue Riders: Secrets of the Songwing Film | Grumblegard (voice) |
| 2018 | Brothers in Arms Film | Self |
| 2018 | Benched Film | Don |
| 2017 | Battle of the Sexes Film | Herb |
| 2017 | The Good Catholic Film | Ollie |
| 2017 | Genius TV | Lyndon B. Johnson (2 ep) |
| 2017 | The Belko Experiment Film | Wendell Dukes |
| 2016 | Stan Against Evil TV | Stanley Miller (24 ep) |
| 2016 | The Drowning Film | Teddy |
| 2016 | Get a Job Film | Diller |
| 2014 | The Discoverers Film | Bill Birch |
| 2014 | Kid Cannabis Film | John Grefard |
| 2014 | Chicago P.D. TV | Brian Kelton (7 ep) |
| 2013 | Ground Floor TV | Remington Stewart Mansfield (20 ep) |
| 2013 | Brooklyn Nine-Nine TV | Frank O'Sullivan (4 ep) |
| 2013 | 42 Film | Red Barber |
| 2013 | Watercolor Postcards Film | Merlin |
| 2012 | Alex Cross Film | Richard Brookwell |
| 2011 | Everybody Clap! Everybody Sing! Film | Self |
| 2009 | Scrubs: Med School TV | Dr. Perry Cox (13 ep) |
| 2009 | Superman/Batman: Public Enemies Film | Metallo (voice) |
| 2009 | The Face is Familiar Film | |
| 2009 | Back Film | Tom Barnes |
| 2009 | Setting it Straight: Making ‘Set it Off’ Film | Self |
| 2009 | Scrubs: Interns TV | Perry Cox (1 ep) |
| 2008 | American Crude Film | Jim |
| 2007 | WordGirl TV | (183 ep) |
| 2007 | Burn Notice TV | Tom Card |
| 2007 | Are We Done Yet? Film | Chuck Mitchell, Jr. |
| 2007 | Wild Hogs Film | Highway Patrolman |
| 2006 | Talkshow with Spike Feresten TV | (1 ep) |
| 2006 | World Trade Center Film | Fireman (uncredited) |
| 2006 | Puff, Puff, Pass Film | Jerry Dupree |
| 2006 | Two Tickets to Paradise Film | Mark |
| 2005 | The Boondocks TV | The White Shadow (voice) (2 ep) |
| 2005 | Alien Planet Film | Narrator |
| 2005 | American Dragon: Jake Long TV | Dr. Diente (voice) (1 ep) |
| 2005 | Lil' Pimp Film | Man Cub Master (voice) |
| 2005 | The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson TV | Self (1 ep) |
| 2004 | The Tony Danza Show TV | Self (1 ep) |
| 2004 | Justice League Unlimited TV | The Atom / Ray Palmer (voice), The Atom (voice) (1 ep) |
| 2003 | My Charlie Brown Christmas Film | Dr. Cox as Linus |
| 2003 | The Ellen DeGeneres Show TV | Self (1 ep) |
| 2003 | Spider-Man: The New Animated Series TV | Richard Damien (voice) (1 ep) |
| 2003 | Identity Film | George |
| 2002 | It's a Very Merry Muppet Christmas Movie Film | Dr. Perry Cox |
| 2002 | Clone High TV | Creepy Trucker (voice) (1 ep) |
| 2002 | Crazy As Hell Film | Parker |
| 2002 | Stealing Harvard Film | Detective Charles |
| 2002 | Kim Possible TV | Rudolph Farnsworth / White Stripe (voice) (1 ep) |
| 2002 | Highway Film | Johnny the Fox |
| 2001 | Justice League TV | Executive / Bookie (voice) (1 ep) |
| 2001 | Scrubs TV | Perry Cox (181 ep) |
| 2001 | The Nightmare Room TV | Dr. Young (1 ep) |
Crew credits 4
| Year | Title | Job |
|---|---|---|
| 1999 | The Jack Bull Film | Executive Producer |
| 1997 | Colin Fitz Film | Producer |
| 1993 | Watch It Film | Producer |
| 1989 | Suffering Bastards Film | Writer |