John C. McGinley - Filmography

John C. McGinley
John C. McGinley
Actor
Born: 1959

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."

Filmography

Rooster

Rooster 2026

Oliver Stone: The Outsider

Oliver Stone: The Outsider 2025

Holidazed

Holidazed 2024

Dragons: Rescue Riders: Secrets of the Songwing

Dragons: Rescue Riders: Secrets of the Songwing 2020

The Belko Experiment

The Belko Experiment 2017

Stan Against Evil

Stan Against Evil 2016

Get a Job

Get a Job 2016

Kid Cannabis

Kid Cannabis 2014

The Discoverers

The Discoverers 2014

Ground Floor

Ground Floor 2013

Watercolor Postcards

Watercolor Postcards 2013

42

42 2013

Alex Cross

Alex Cross 2012

Superman/Batman: Public Enemies

Superman/Batman: Public Enemies 2009

The Face is Familiar

The Face is Familiar 2009

Are We Done Yet?

Are We Done Yet? 2007

Wild Hogs

Wild Hogs 2007

World Trade Center

World Trade Center 2006

Two Tickets to Paradise

Two Tickets to Paradise 2006

Puff, Puff, Pass

Puff, Puff, Pass 2006

Alien Planet

Alien Planet 2005

Lil' Pimp

Lil' Pimp 2005

Identity

Identity 2003

Stealing Harvard

Stealing Harvard 2002

Scrubs

Scrubs 2001

Summer Catch

Summer Catch 2001

A Tour of the Inferno: Revisiting 'Platoon'

A Tour of the Inferno: Revisiting 'Platoon' 2001

The Animal

The Animal 2001

Get Carter

Get Carter 2000

Sole Survivor

Sole Survivor 2000

The Jack Bull

The Jack Bull 1999

Any Given Sunday

Any Given Sunday 1999

Flypaper

Flypaper 1999

Office Space

Office Space 1999

Three to Tango

Three to Tango 1999

The Pentagon Wars

The Pentagon Wars 1998

Target Earth

Target Earth 1998

Truth or Consequences, N.M.

Truth or Consequences, N.M. 1997

Colin Fitz

Colin Fitz 1997

Nothing to Lose

Nothing to Lose 1997

Intensity

Intensity 1997

Intensity

Intensity 1997

The Rock

The Rock 1996

Johns

Johns 1996

Mother

Mother 1996

Nixon

Nixon 1995

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

The Return of Hunter: Everyone Walks in L.A. 1995

Born to Be Wild

Born to Be Wild 1995

Se7en

Se7en 1995

Wagons East!

Wagons East! 1994

On Deadly Ground

On Deadly Ground 1994

Car 54, Where Are You?

Car 54, Where Are You? 1994

Surviving the Game

Surviving the Game 1994

Watch It

Watch It 1993

Hear No Evil

Hear No Evil 1993

Mother's Boys

Mother's Boys 1993

The Last Outlaw

The Last Outlaw 1993

Little Noises

Little Noises 1992

Cruel Doubt

Cruel Doubt 1992

Article 99

Article 99 1992