As of July 2026, John C. McGinley is best known for Chicago P.D. and Brooklyn Nine-Nine. Find every show and movie John C. McGinley has starred in — and where to watch them — below.
John C. McGinley

John C. McGinley

Actor Born 1959 New York City, New York, USA 11 TV Shows 8 Movies

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."

Alongside acting, John C. McGinley is also known as a producer, writer.

John C. McGinley's most notable role to date came in Se7en (1995), where he played California. He also appeared in The Rock (1996) as Marine Captain Hendrix. Most recently appeared in Platoon (1986) as Sergeant O'Neill.

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📺 John C. McGinley's TV Shows

Chicago P.D.
Brian Kelton
2014
Brooklyn Nine-Nine
Frank O'Sullivan
2013
Scrubs
Perry Cox
2001
WordGirl
2007
The Practice
Leonard Goode
1997
Burn Notice
Tom Card
2007
Genius
Lyndon B. Johnson
2017
Justice League Unlimited
The Atom (voice)
2004
Rooster
Walter Mann
2026
Ground Floor
Remington Stewart Mansfield
2013
Stan Against Evil
Stanley Miller
2016

🎬 John C. McGinley's Movies

Se7en
California
1995
Identity
George
2003
Point Break
SAIC Ben Harp
1991
The Rock
Marine Captain Hendrix
1996
Platoon
Sergeant O'Neill
1986
Nothing to Lose
Davis "Rig" Lanlow
1997
The Animal
Sgt. Sisk
2001
Wall Street
Marvin
1987

📝 Created / Written by John C. McGinley

Scrubs
Executive Producer
2026
The Jack Bull
Executive Producer
1999

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