Neil Flynn

Neil Richard Flynn (born November 13, 1960) is an American actor and comedian. He is best known for his roles as the Janitor in the medical comedy drama *Scrubs* (2001–2009) and Mike Heck in the ABC sitcom *The Middle* (2009–2018).

After performing with numerous comedy troupes in the Chicago area during the 1980s, Flynn made his film debut in *Major League* (1989). During the 1990s, Flynn had supporting roles in the films *Rookie of the Year* (1993), *The Fugitive* (1993), and *Magnolia* (1999). He had a starring role in the comedy film *Hoot* (2006) and supporting roles in the films *Mean Girls* (2004) and *Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull* (2008).

Other television roles include a starring voice role as XR on the ABC and UPN animated series *Buzz Lightyear of Star Command* (2000–2001) and a recurring role on *Shrinking* (2023–present).