Following a press tour that saw Jack Quaid progressively more battered at a Clippers game, the R-rated action comedy "Novocaine" has hit theaters. Quaid, known for his role in 'The Boys,' stars as a man who can't feel pain, seemingly embracing roles that allow him to be drenched in fake blood.
In her review for IGN, critic Lena Wilson praises "Novocaine" for offering "more depth than its gimmicky 'man who feels no pain' premise may lead you to believe," highlighting "clever storytelling and character writing that reminds us of a time when seeing movies in theaters was just plain fun."
If you're planning to catch "Novocaine" in theaters or are curious about its streaming availability, here are all the details you need:
How to Watch Novocaine - Showtimes and Streaming Status
"Novocaine" has just been released in theaters. You can find showtimes near you at the following major theater chains:
- Fandango
- AMC Theaters
- Cinemark Theaters
- Regal Theaters
Novocaine Streaming Release Date
"Novocaine" will eventually be available to stream on Paramount+, rather than on Netflix or Hulu. Based on the release pattern of recent Paramount movies such as "Sonic the Hedgehog 3" and "Gladiator 2," which became available on the streaming service approximately three months after their theatrical release, "Novocaine" is expected to start streaming on Paramount+ by late June.
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What Is Novocaine About?
"Novocaine" is an original action comedy that follows a man who can't feel pain. The official synopsis reads:
When the girl of his dreams gets kidnapped, a man turns his inability to feel pain into an unexpected advantage as he fights a bunch of thugs to get her back.
Novocaine Cast and Crew
"Novocaine" was written by Lars Jacobson and directed by Dan Berk and Robert Olsen. The film features the following cast:
- Jack Quaid as Nathan "Novocaine" Caine
- Amber Midthunder as Sherry Margrave
- Ray Nicholson as Simon Greenly
- Jacob Batalon as Roscoe Dixon
- Betty Gabriel as Mincy Langston
- Matt Walsh as Coltraine Duffy
- Conrad Kemp as Andre Clark
- Evan Hengst as Ben Clark
- Craig Jackson as Nigel
- Lou Beatty Jr. as Earl
Novocaine Rating and Runtime
"Novocaine" is rated R for strong bloody violence, grisly images, and language throughout. The film has a runtime of one hour and 50 minutes.
