John C. McGinley

Known for ActingBorn 1959-08-03 (age 66)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."Read more

Movies & web series

Chicago P.D.

A Tour of the Inferno: Revisiting 'Platoon'

Brooklyn Nine-Nine

Justice League Unlimited

Se7en

The Boondocks

Scrubs

Justice League

Scrubs

The Nightmare Room

Intensity

American Dragon: Jake Long

Rooster

Holidazed

The Practice

Genius

Frasier

Platoon

Burn Notice

Kim Possible

Dragons: Rescue Riders: Secrets of the Songwing

Clone High

Office Space

King of the Hill

42

Alien Planet

Ground Floor

Spider-Man: The New Animated Series

Identity

Set It Off

Superman/Batman: Public Enemies

The Rock

Wall Street

Point Break

MADtv

Intensity

Oliver Stone: El outsider

Battle of the Sexes

Talk Radio

Born on the Fourth of July

Stan Against Evil

The Pentagon Wars

Any Given Sunday

The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson

Nixon

Mother

WordGirl

Sole Survivor