Acting · New York City, New York, USA · Born August 3, 1959
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."
TVRooster
2026
as Walter Mann
TVScrubs
2026
as Dr. Perry Cox
MovieOliver Stone: El outsider
2025
as Self - actor (Platoon)
TVHolidazed
2024
as Chuck Manetti-Hanahan
MovieDragons: Rescue Riders: Secrets of the Songwing
2020
as Grumblegard (voice)
MovieBrothers in Arms
2018
as Self
MovieBenched
2018
as Don
MovieBattle of the Sexes
2017
as Herb
MovieThe Good Catholic
2017
as Ollie
TVGenius
2017
as Lyndon B. Johnson
MovieThe Belko Experiment
2017
as Wendell Dukes
TVStan Against Evil
2016
as Stanley Miller
MovieThe Drowning
2016
as Teddy
MovieGet a Job
2016
as Diller
MovieThe Discoverers
2014
as Bill Birch
MovieKid Cannabis
2014
as John Grefard
TVChicago P.D.
2014
as Brian Kelton
TVGround Floor
2013
as Remington Stewart Mansfield
TVBrooklyn Nine-Nine
2013
as Frank O'Sullivan
Movie42
2013
as Red Barber
MovieWatercolor Postcards
2013
as Merlin
MovieAlex Cross
2012
as Richard Brookwell
MovieSuperman/Batman: Public Enemies
2009
as Metallo (voice)
MovieThe Face is Familiar
2009
Back
2009
as Tom Barnes
MovieSetting it Straight: Making ‘Set it Off’
2009
as Self
TVScrubs: Interns
2009
as Perry Cox
MovieAmerican Crude
2008
as Jim
TVWordGirl
2007
TVBurn Notice
2007
MovieAre We Done Yet?
2007
as Chuck Mitchell, Jr.
MovieWild Hogs
2007
as Highway Patrolman
TVTalkshow with Spike Feresten
2006
MovieWorld Trade Center
2006
as Fireman (uncredited)
MoviePuff, Puff, Pass
2006
as Jerry Dupree
MovieTwo Tickets to Paradise
2006
as Mark
TVThe Boondocks
2005
MovieAlien Planet
2005
as Narrator
TVAmerican Dragon: Jake Long
2005
as Dr. Diente (voice)
MovieLil' Pimp
2005
as Man Cub Master (voice)
TVThe Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson
2005
as Self
The Tony Danza Show
2004
as Self
TVJustice League Unlimited
2004
as The Atom / Ray Palmer (voice)
TVThe Ellen DeGeneres Show
2003
as Self
TVSpider-Man: The New Animated Series
2003
as Richard Damien (voice)
MovieIdentity
2003
as George
MovieIt's a Very Merry Muppet Christmas Movie
2002
as Dr. Perry Cox
TVClone High
2002
as Creepy Trucker (voice)
MovieCrazy As Hell
2002
as Parker
MovieStealing Harvard
2002
as Detective Charles
TVKim Possible
2002
as Rudolph Farnsworth / White Stripe (voice)
MovieHighway
2002
as Johnny the Fox
TVJustice League
2001
as Executive / Bookie (voice)
TVScrubs
2001
as Perry Cox
TVThe Nightmare Room
2001
as Dr. Young
MovieSummer Catch
2001
as Hugh Alexander
MovieThe Animal
2001
as Sgt. Sisk
MovieA Tour of the Inferno: Revisiting 'Platoon'
2001
as Self
MovieGet Carter
2000
as Con McCarty
MovieSole Survivor
2000
as Victor Yates
MovieAny Given Sunday
1999
as Jack Rose
MovieThree to Tango
1999
as Strauss
MovieFlypaper
1999
as Joe
MovieThe Jack Bull
1999
as Woody
MovieOffice Space
1999
as Bob Slydell
MovieThe Pentagon Wars
1998
as Colonel J.D. Bock
MovieTarget Earth
1998
as FBI Agent Vincent Naples
MovieIntensity
1997
as Edgler Foreman Vess
TVIntensity
1997
as Edgler Foreman Vess
MovieNothing to Lose
1997
as Davis "Rig" Lanlow
MovieTruth or Consequences, N.M.
1997
as Eddie Grillo
TVThe Practice
1997
as Leonard Goode
MovieColin Fitz
1997
as Groundskeeper
TVKing of the Hill
1997
as One-Armed Ronnie / Ranger (voice)
MovieMother
1996
as Carl
MovieJohns
1996
as Danny Cohen
MovieSet It Off
1996
as Detective Strode
MovieThe Rock
1996
as Marine Captain Hendrix
MovieNixon
1995
as Earl in Training Film
TVMADtv
1995
as Self - Special Guest / Paul a Postal Worker
MovieSe7en
1995
as California
MovieBorn to Be Wild
1995
as Max Carr
MovieThe Return of Hunter: Everyone Walks in L.A.
1995
as Det. Sgt. Harry McBride
MovieWagons East!
1994
as Julian
MovieSurviving the Game
1994
as Griffin
MovieOn Deadly Ground
1994
as MacGruder
MovieCar 54, Where Are You?
1994
as Officer Francis Muldoon
MovieThe Last Outlaw
1993
as Wills
MovieMother's Boys
1993
as Mr. Fogel, Teacher
TVFrasier
1993
as Danny Kriezel
MovieHear No Evil
1993
as Mickey O'Malley
MovieWatch It
1993
as Rick
MovieFathers & Sons
1992
as Gary (uncredited)
TVCruel Doubt
1992
as Attorney Jim Vos Burgh
MovieA Midnight Clear
1992
as Major Griffin
MovieLittle Noises
1992
as Stu Slovack
MovieArticle 99
1992
as Dr. Rudy Bobrick
MoviePoint Break
1991
as SAIC Ben Harp
MovieHighlander II: The Quickening
1991
as David Blake
MovieBorn on the Fourth of July
1989
as Official #1 - Democratic Convention, Pushing Wheelchair
MovieSuffering Bastards
1989
as Buddy Johnson
MovieFat Man and Little Boy
1989
as Richard Schoenfield
MovieLost Angels
1989
as Dr. Farmer
MoviePrisoners of Inertia
1989
as Ogden
MovieTalk Radio
1988
as Stu
MovieShakedown
1988
as Sean Phillips
MovieClinton and Nadine
1988
as Turner
MovieWall Street
1987
as Marvin
TVLeg Work
1987
as Denny
MoviePlatoon
1986
as Sergeant O'Neill
MovieSweet Liberty
1986
as Floyd
TVAmerican Playhouse
1982
as Ogden
