John C. McGinley

John C. McGinley

Born 1959-08-03 (age 66) New York City, New York, USA
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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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Se7en
Se7en

1995

as California

Identity
Identity

2003

as George

The Rock
The Rock

1996

as Marine Captain Hendrix

Platoon
Platoon

1986

as Sergeant O'Neill

Point Break
Point Break

1991

as SAIC Ben Harp

Vacation
Vacation

2015

as Motorbike Cop

Wild Hogs
Wild Hogs

2007

as Highway Patrolman

Office Space
Office Space

1999

as Bob Slydell

The Animal
The Animal

2001

as Sgt. Sisk

42
42

2013

as Red Barber

Any Given Sunday
Any Given Sunday

1999

as Jack Rose

Battle of the Sexes
Alex Cross
Alex Cross

2012

as Richard Brookwell

Nothing to Lose
Nothing to Lose

1997

as Davis "Rig" Lanlow

Nixon
Nixon

1995

as Earl in Training Film

The Belko Experiment
The Belko Experiment

2017

as Wendell Dukes

Born on the Fourth of July
Born on the Fourth of July

1989

as Official #1 - Democratic Convention, Pushing Wheelchair

Get Carter
Get Carter

2000

as Con McCarty

Wall Street
Wall Street

1987

as Marvin

World Trade Center
World Trade Center

2006

as Fireman (uncredited)