John C. McGinley

Acting

Personal Info

gender

Male

birthday

August 3, 1959 (66 yrs)

place of birth

New York City, New York, USA

also known as

John McGinley · جان سی. مک‌گینلی

total credits

50 movies

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."

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Known For

Filmography

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Se7en
8.4

Se7en

1995as California
The Rock
7.2

The Rock

1996as Marine Captain Hendrix
Identity
7.2

Identity

2003as George
Point Break
7.2

Point Break

1991as SAIC Ben Harp
Platoon
7.8

Platoon

1986as Sergeant O'Neill
Vacation
6.3

Vacation

2015as Motorbike Cop
Wild Hogs
6.0

Wild Hogs

2007as Highway Patrolman
Wall Street
7.2

Wall Street

1987as Marvin
Office Space
7.4

Office Space

1999as Bob Slydell
42
7.2

42

2013as Red Barber
Any Given Sunday
6.8

Any Given Sunday

1999as Jack Rose
The Animal
5.1

The Animal

2001as Sgt. Sisk
Nothing to Lose
6.6

Nothing to Lose

1997as Davis "Rig" Lanlow
Born on the Fourth of July
7.0

Born on the Fourth of July

1989as Official #1 - Democratic Convention, Pushing Wheelchair
Set It Off
7.2

Set It Off

1996as Detective Strode
Nixon
6.8

Nixon

1995as Earl in Training Film
World Trade Center
6.1

World Trade Center

2006as Fireman (uncredited)
Get Carter
5.2

Get Carter

2000as Con McCarty
On Deadly Ground
5.2

On Deadly Ground

1994as MacGruder
The Belko Experiment
6.2

The Belko Experiment

2017as Wendell Dukes
Highlander II: The Quickening
4.7

Highlander II: The Quickening

1991as David Blake
Battle of the Sexes
6.8

Battle of the Sexes

2017as Herb
Are We Done Yet?
5.9

Are We Done Yet?

2007as Chuck Mitchell, Jr.
Alex Cross
5.1

Alex Cross

2012as Richard Brookwell
Superman/Batman: Public Enemies
7.1

Superman/Batman: Public Enemies

2009as Metallo (voice)
Get a Job
5.3

Get a Job

2016as Diller
Fat Man and Little Boy
6.2

Fat Man and Little Boy

1989as Richard Schoenfield
Article 99
6.2

Article 99

1992as Dr. Rudy Bobrick
Summer Catch
5.4

Summer Catch

2001as Hugh Alexander
Dragons: Rescue Riders: Secrets of the Songwing
7.3

Dragons: Rescue Riders: Secrets of the Songwing

2020as Grumblegard (voice)
Shakedown
5.8

Shakedown

1988as Sean Phillips
Highway
5.5

Highway

2002as Johnny the Fox
The Jack Bull
6.4

The Jack Bull

1999as Woody
Stealing Harvard
4.8

Stealing Harvard

2002as Detective Charles
Kid Cannabis
6.2

Kid Cannabis

2014as John Grefard
Talk Radio
7.0

Talk Radio

1988as Stu
Three to Tango
5.7

Three to Tango

1999as Strauss
Wagons East!
4.9

Wagons East!

1994as Julian
Johns
5.4

Johns

1996as Danny Cohen
Surviving the Game
6.1

Surviving the Game

1994as Griffin
Puff, Puff, Pass
5.7

Puff, Puff, Pass

2006as Jerry Dupree
Lil' Pimp
4.9

Lil' Pimp

2005as Man Cub Master (voice)
Mother
6.8

Mother

1996as Carl
The Pentagon Wars
6.9

The Pentagon Wars

1998as Colonel J.D. Bock
Colin Fitz
6.3

Colin Fitz

1997as Groundskeeper
Mother's Boys
5.4

Mother's Boys

1993as Mr. Fogel, Teacher
It's a Very Merry Muppet Christmas Movie
6.0

It's a Very Merry Muppet Christmas Movie

2002as Dr. Perry Cox
Truth or Consequences, N.M.
6.2

Truth or Consequences, N.M.

1997as Eddie Grillo
A Midnight Clear
6.5

A Midnight Clear

1992as Major Griffin
The Return of Hunter: Everyone Walks in L.A.
6.6

The Return of Hunter: Everyone Walks in L.A.

1995as Det. Sgt. Harry McBride