Acting
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."
Filmography
Rooster
Series · 2026
Scrubs
Series · 2026
Oliver Stone: The Outsider
Film · 2025
Frog Fathers: Lessons from the Normandy Surf
Film · 2024
Holidazed
Series · 2024
Dragons: Rescue Riders: Secrets of the Songwing
Film · 2020
Benched
Film · 2018
Brothers in Arms
Film · 2018
The Belko Experiment
Film · 2017
The Good Catholic
Film · 2017
Battle of the Sexes
Film · 2017
Genius
Series · 2017
Get a Job
Film · 2016
The Drowning
Film · 2016
Stan Against Evil
Series · 2016
Kid Cannabis
Film · 2014
The Discoverers
Film · 2014
Chicago P.D.
Series · 2014
42
Film · 2013
Watercolor Postcards
Film · 2013
Brooklyn Nine-Nine
Series · 2013
Ground Floor
Series · 2013
Alex Cross
Film · 2012
Everybody Clap! Everybody Sing!
Film · 2011
Superman/Batman: Public Enemies
Film · 2009
The Face is Familiar
Film · 2009
Back
Film · 2009
Setting it Straight: Making ‘Set it Off’
Film · 2009
Scrubs: Interns
Series · 2009
Scrubs: Med School
Series · 2009
American Crude
Film · 2008
Are We Done Yet?
Film · 2007
Wild Hogs
Film · 2007
Burn Notice
Series · 2007
WordGirl
Series · 2007
Burn Notice
Series · 2007
Puff, Puff, Pass
Film · 2006
Two Tickets to Paradise
Film · 2006
World Trade Center
Film · 2006
Talkshow with Spike Feresten
Series · 2006
Alien Planet
Film · 2005
Lil' Pimp
Film · 2005
American Dragon: Jake Long
Series · 2005
The Boondocks
Series · 2005
The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson
Series · 2005
The Tony Danza Show
Series · 2004
Justice League Unlimited
Series · 2004
Justice League Unlimited
Series · 2004
Identity
Film · 2003
The Ellen DeGeneres Show
Series · 2003
Spider-Man: The New Animated Series
Series · 2003
Highway
Film · 2002
Crazy As Hell
Film · 2002
Stealing Harvard
Film · 2002
It's a Very Merry Muppet Christmas Movie
Film · 2002
Clone High
Series · 2002
Kim Possible
Series · 2002
The Animal
Film · 2001
A Tour of the Inferno: Revisiting 'Platoon'
Film · 2001
Summer Catch
Film · 2001
The Nightmare Room
Series · 2001
Justice League
Series · 2001
Scrubs
Series · 2001
Get Carter
Film · 2000
Sole Survivor
Film · 2000
Office Space
Film · 1999
Any Given Sunday
Film · 1999
Three to Tango
Film · 1999
The Jack Bull
Film · 1999
Flypaper
Film · 1999
Target Earth
Film · 1998
The Pentagon Wars
Film · 1998
Truth or Consequences, N.M.
Film · 1997
Nothing to Lose
Film · 1997
Intensity
Film · 1997
Colin Fitz
Film · 1997
The Practice
Series · 1997
Intensity
Series · 1997
King of the Hill
Series · 1997
The Rock
Film · 1996
Mother
Film · 1996
Set It Off
Film · 1996
Johns
Film · 1996
Se7en
Film · 1995
Born to Be Wild
Film · 1995
Nixon
Film · 1995
The Return of Hunter: Everyone Walks in L.A.
Film · 1995
MADtv
Series · 1995
Wagons East!
Film · 1994
Car 54, Where Are You?
Film · 1994
On Deadly Ground
Film · 1994
Surviving the Game
Film · 1994
The Last Outlaw
Film · 1993
Mother's Boys
Film · 1993
Hear No Evil
Film · 1993
Watch It
Film · 1993
Frasier
Series · 1993
A Midnight Clear
Film · 1992
Article 99
Film · 1992
Little Noises
Film · 1992
Fathers & Sons
Film · 1992
Cruel Doubt
Series · 1992
Point Break
Film · 1991
Highlander II: The Quickening
Film · 1991
Fat Man and Little Boy
Film · 1989
Lost Angels
Film · 1989
Born on the Fourth of July
Film · 1989
Prisoners of Inertia
Film · 1989
Suffering Bastards
Film · 1989
Talk Radio
Film · 1988
Clinton and Nadine
Film · 1988
Shakedown
Film · 1988
Wall Street
Film · 1987
Leg Work
Series · 1987
Platoon
Film · 1986
Sweet Liberty
Film · 1986
American Playhouse
Series · 1982
Frog Fathers 2: Last Battle of the Pacific
Film