08/03/1959
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."
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Oliver Stone: El outsider (2025) as Self - actor (Platoon) |
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Dragons: Rescue Riders: Secrets of the Songwing (2020) as Grumblegard (voice) |
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Brothers in Arms (2018) as Self |
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Benched (2018) as Don |
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Battle of the Sexes (2017) as Herb |
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The Good Catholic (2017) as Ollie |
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The Belko Experiment (2017) as Wendell Dukes |
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The Drowning (2016) as Teddy |
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Get a Job (2016) as Diller |
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Vacation (2015) as Motorbike Cop |
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The Discoverers (2014) as Bill Birch |
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Kid Cannabis (2014) as John Grefard |
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42 (2013) as Red Barber |
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Watercolor Postcards (2013) as Merlin |
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Alex Cross (2012) as Richard Brookwell |
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Superman/Batman: Public Enemies (2009) as Metallo (voice) |
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The Face is Familiar (2009) as |
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Back (2009) as Tom Barnes |
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Setting it Straight: Making ‘Set it Off’ (2009) as Self |
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American Crude (2008) as Jim |
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Are We Done Yet? (2007) as Chuck Mitchell, Jr. |
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Wild Hogs (2007) as Highway Patrolman |
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World Trade Center (2006) as Fireman (uncredited) |
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Puff, Puff, Pass (2006) as Jerry Dupree |
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Two Tickets to Paradise (2006) as Mark |
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Alien Planet (2005) as Narrator |
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Lil' Pimp (2005) as Man Cub Master (voice) |
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Identity (2003) as George |
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It's a Very Merry Muppet Christmas Movie (2002) as Dr. Perry Cox |
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Crazy As Hell (2002) as Parker |
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Stealing Harvard (2002) as Detective Charles |
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Highway (2002) as Johnny the Fox |
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Summer Catch (2001) as Hugh Alexander |
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The Animal (2001) as Sgt. Sisk |
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A Tour of the Inferno: Revisiting 'Platoon' (2001) as Self |
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Get Carter (2000) as Con McCarty |
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Sole Survivor (2000) as Victor Yates |
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Any Given Sunday (1999) as Jack Rose |
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Three to Tango (1999) as Strauss |
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Flypaper (1999) as Joe |
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The Jack Bull (1999) as Woody |
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Office Space (1999) as Bob Slydell |
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The Pentagon Wars (1998) as Colonel J.D. Bock |
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Target Earth (1998) as FBI Agent Vincent Naples |
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Intensity (1997) as Edgler Foreman Vess |
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Nothing to Lose (1997) as Davis "Rig" Lanlow |
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Truth or Consequences, N.M. (1997) as Eddie Grillo |
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Colin Fitz (1997) as Groundskeeper |
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Mother (1996) as Carl |
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Johns (1996) as Danny Cohen |
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Set It Off (1996) as Detective Strode |
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The Rock (1996) as Marine Captain Hendrix |
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Nixon (1995) as Earl in Training Film |
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Se7en (1995) as California |
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Born to Be Wild (1995) as Max Carr |
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The Return of Hunter: Everyone Walks in L.A. (1995) as Det. Sgt. Harry McBride |
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Wagons East! (1994) as Julian |
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Surviving the Game (1994) as Griffin |
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On Deadly Ground (1994) as MacGruder |
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Car 54, Where Are You? (1994) as Officer Francis Muldoon |
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The Last Outlaw (1993) as Wills |
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Mother's Boys (1993) as Mr. Fogel, Teacher |
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Watch It (1993) as Rick |
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Hear No Evil (1993) as Mickey O'Malley |
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Fathers & Sons (1992) as Gary (uncredited) |
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Little Noises (1992) as Stu Slovack |
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A Midnight Clear (1992) as Major Griffin |
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Article 99 (1992) as Dr. Rudy Bobrick |
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Point Break (1991) as SAIC Ben Harp |
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Highlander II: The Quickening (1991) as David Blake |
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Born on the Fourth of July (1989) as Official #1 - Democratic Convention, Pushing Wheelchair |
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Suffering Bastards (1989) as Buddy Johnson |
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Fat Man and Little Boy (1989) as Richard Schoenfield |
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Lost Angels (1989) as Dr. Farmer |
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Prisoners of Inertia (1989) as Ogden |
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Talk Radio (1988) as Stu |
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Shakedown (1988) as Sean Phillips |
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Clinton and Nadine (1988) as Turner |
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Wall Street (1987) as Marvin |
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Platoon (1986) as Sergeant O'Neill |
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Sweet Liberty (1986) as Floyd |
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The Jack Bull (1999) Executive Producer |
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Colin Fitz (1997) Producer |
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Watch It (1993) Producer |
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Suffering Bastards (1989) Writer |