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."
Oliver Stone, l’Amérique au vitriol
Self - actor (Platoon)
2025
Holidazed
Chuck Manetti-Hanahan · (8 episodes)
2024
Dragons: Rescue Riders: Secrets of the Songwing
Grumblegard (voice)
2020
Benched
Don
2018
Battle of the Sexes
Herb
2017
The Good Catholic
Ollie
2017
Genius
Lyndon B. Johnson · (2 episodes)
2017
Stan Against Evil
Stanley Miller · (24 episodes)
2016
The Drowning
Teddy
2016
Get a Job
Diller
2016
The Belko Experiment
Wendell Dukes
2016
Vacation
Motorbike Cop
2015
The Discoverers
Bill Birch
2014
Kid Cannabis
John Grefard
2014
Chicago P.D.
Brian Kelton · (7 episodes)
2014
Ground Floor
Remington Stewart Mansfield · (20 episodes)
2013
Brooklyn Nine-Nine
Frank O'Sullivan · (4 episodes)
2013
42
Red Barber
2013
Watercolor Postcards
Merlin
2013
Alex Cross
Richard Brookwell
2012
Superman/Batman: Public Enemies
Metallo (voice)
2009
The Face is Familiar
2009
Back
Tom Barnes
2009
American Crude
Jim
2008
WordGirl
(209 episodes)
2007
Burn Notice
(0 episode)
2007
Burn Notice
Tom Card · (5 episodes)
2007
Are We Done Yet?
Chuck Mitchell, Jr.
2007
Wild Hogs
Highway Patrolman
2007
Talkshow with Spike Feresten
(1 episode)
2006
World Trade Center
Fireman
2006
Puff, Puff, Pass
Jerry Dupree
2006
Two Tickets to Paradise
Mark
2006
The Boondocks
(1 episode)
2005
Alien Planet
Narrator
2005
American Dragon: Jake Long
(1 episode)
2005
Lil' Pimp
Man Cub Master (voice)
2005
The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson
Self · (1 episode)
2005
The Tony Danza Show
Self · (1 episode)
2004
Justice League Unlimited
The Atom / Ray Palmer (voice) · (1 episode)
2004
Justice League Unlimited
The Atom (voice) · (2 episodes)
2004
The Ellen DeGeneres Show
Self · (1 episode)
2003
Spider-Man: The New Animated Series
Richard Damien (voice) · (1 episode)
2003
Identity
George
2003
It's a Very Merry Muppet Christmas Movie
Dr. Perry Cox
2002
Clone High
Creepy Trucker (voice) · (1 episode)
2002
Crazy As Hell
Parker
2002
Stealing Harvard
Detective Charles
2002
Kim Possible
Rudolph Farnsworth / White Stripe (voice) · (1 episode)
2002
Highway
Johnny the Fox
2002
Justice League
Executive / Bookie (voice) · (1 episode)
2001
Scrubs
Perry Cox · (181 episodes)
2001
The Nightmare Room
Dr. Young · (1 episode)
2001
Summer Catch
Hugh Alexander
2001
The Animal
Sgt. Sisk
2001
A Tour of the Inferno: Revisiting 'Platoon'
Self
2001
Get Carter
Con McCarty
2000
Sole Survivor
Victor Yates
2000
Any Given Sunday
Jack Rose
1999
Three to Tango
Strauss
1999
Flypaper
Joe
1999
The Jack Bull
Woody
1999
Office Space
Bob Slydell
1999
The Pentagon Wars
Colonel J.D. Bock
1998
Target Earth
FBI Agent Vincent Naples
1998
Intensity
Edgler Foreman Vess
1997
Intensity
Edgler Foreman Vess · (2 episodes)
1997
Nothing to Lose
Davis "Rig" Lanlow
1997
Truth or Consequences, N.M.
Eddie Grillo
1997
The Practice
Leonard Goode · (2 episodes)
1997
Colin Fitz
Groundskeeper
1997
King of the Hill
One-Armed Ronnie / Ranger (voice) · (1 episode)
1997
Mother
Carl
1996
Johns
Danny Cohen
1996
Set It Off
Detective Strode
1996
The Rock
Marine Captain Hendrix
1996
Nixon
Earl in Training Film
1995
MADtv
Self - Special Guest / Paul a Postal Worker · (1 episode)
1995
Se7en
California
1995
Born to Be Wild
Max Carr
1995
The Return of Hunter: Everyone Walks in L.A.
Det. Sgt. Harry McBride
1995
Wagons East!
Julian
1994
Surviving the Game
John Griffin
1994
On Deadly Ground
MacGruder
1994
Car 54, Where Are You?
Officer Francis Muldoon
1994
The Last Outlaw
Wills
1993
Mother's Boys
Mr. Fogel, Teacher
1993
Frasier
Danny Kriezel · (1 episode)
1993
Hear No Evil
Mickey O'Malley
1993
Watch It
Rick
1993
Fathers & Sons
Gary (uncredited)
1992
Cruel Doubt
Attorney Jim Vos Burgh · (2 episodes)
1992
A Midnight Clear
Major Griffin
1992
Little Noises
Stu Slovack
1992
Article 99
Dr. Rudy Bobrick
1992
Point Break
SAIC Ben Harp
1991
Highlander II: The Quickening
David Blake
1991
Born on the Fourth of July
Official #1 - Democratic Convention, Pushing Wheelchair
1989
Suffering Bastards
Buddy Johnson
1989
Fat Man and Little Boy
Richard Schoenfield
1989
Lost Angels
Dr. Farmer
1989
Prisoners of Inertia
Ogden
1989
Talk Radio
Stu
1988
Shakedown
Sean Phillips
1988
Clinton and Nadine
Turner
1988
Wall Street
Marvin
1987
Leg Work
Denny · (1 episode)
1987
Platoon
Sergeant O'Neill
1986
Sweet Liberty
Floyd
1986
Untitled Steve Carell Comedy Series
Walter Mann · (1 episode)