John C. McGinley

Acting

Born Aug 03, 1959

From New York City, New York, USA

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."

John C. McGinley

Known For

Se7en

The Belko Experiment

The Rock

Platoon

Identity

Point Break

Vacation

42

Office Space

Wall Street

Filmography — Acting

Se7en

The Belko Experiment

The Rock

Platoon

Identity

Point Break

Vacation

42

Office Space

Wall Street

Wild Hogs

Get Carter

Set It Off

Any Given Sunday

Born on the Fourth of July

Alex Cross

Battle of the Sexes

Nixon

Nothing to Lose

The Animal

On Deadly Ground

Highlander II: The Quickening

World Trade Center

Article 99

The Jack Bull

Are We Done Yet?

Highway

Mother

Summer Catch

Surviving the Game

Superman/Batman: Public Enemies

Get a Job

It's a Very Merry Muppet Christmas Movie

Fat Man and Little Boy

Three to Tango

Talk Radio

Mother's Boys

Stealing Harvard

Kid Cannabis

The Pentagon Wars

Shakedown

The Drowning

The Last Outlaw

Lil' Pimp

Wagons East!

A Midnight Clear

Johns

Dragons: Rescue Riders: Secrets of the Songwing

Watch It

Watercolor Postcards

American Crude

Lost Angels

Sweet Liberty

Flypaper

Intensity

Truth or Consequences, N.M.

The Face is Familiar

Puff, Puff, Pass

Colin Fitz

Target Earth

Born to Be Wild

Fathers & Sons

Brothers in Arms

Two Tickets to Paradise

Sole Survivor

Car 54, Where Are You?

The Good Catholic