
John McCarthy
Known for Acting · 15 credits
- Born
- 1962-12-17 (age 63)
- Place of birth
- Los Angeles, California, USA
- Also known as
- 'Big' John McCarthy · Big John McCarthy
Biography
John Michael McCarthy (born October 12, 1962) is a retired American mixed martial arts (MMA) referee best known for officiating numerous bouts promoted by the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), dating back to UFC 2.
Known For
TV Shows (3)
Movies (12)

The Naked Gun
2025
as Referee

Blue Streak
1999
as S.W.A.T. Team Member

Mask
2015
as Self

The Ronda Rousey Story: Through My Father's Eyes
2019
as Self

The Hurt Business
2016
as Himself
Fight Life
2012
as Himself

UFC Ultimate Knockouts
2003
as Himself

Everyday Miracles
2015
as Sam

Once I Was a Champion
2011
as Himself

UFC 10: The Tournament
1996
as Self-Referee

UFC Hits: Volume 1
2000
as Self / Referee

UFC 3: The American Dream
1994
About John McCarthy
John Michael McCarthy (born October 12, 1962) is a retired American mixed martial arts (MMA) referee best known for officiating numerous bouts promoted by the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), dating back to UFC 2. With 15 credits spanning from 1994 to 2025, John McCarthy has appeared in 12 films and 3 TV shows.
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Most Popular John McCarthy Movies
- The Naked Gun (2025) — as Referee
- Blue Streak (1999) — as S.W.A.T. Team Member
- Mask (2015) — as Self
- The Ronda Rousey Story: Through My Father's Eyes (2019) — as Self
- The Hurt Business (2016) — as Himself
Where to Watch John McCarthy Films
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