After a press tour that showcased Jack Quaid increasingly looking battered at a Clippers game, "Novocaine" has finally hit theaters. This R-rated action comedy features Quaid as a man who feels no pain, and it seems the 'The Boys' star has embraced the role with enthusiasm, often seen covered in fake blood. In her IGN review, critic Lena Wilson notes that "Novocaine offers more depth than its gimmicky 'man who feels no pain' premise may lead you to believe," praising its "clever storytelling and character writing that reminds us of a time when seeing movies in theaters was just plain fun."
If you're eager to catch "Novocaine" in theaters or curious about its streaming availability, here's what you need to know:
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. Recent Paramount releases, such as "Sonic the Hedgehog 3" and "Gladiator 2," have typically appeared on the streaming service about three months after their theatrical debut. Following this pattern, "Novocaine" is expected to be available for streaming on Paramount+ by late June.
Stream Similar Movies:
While you wait for "Novocaine" to hit streaming, you can enjoy similar action comedies on various platforms:
The Nice Guys - Available on Netflix
Scott Pilgrim vs. The World - Available on Max
The Fall Guy - Available on Prime Video
Shaun of the Dead - Available on Prime Video
Bullet Train - Available on Hulu
Love Hurts - Available on Prime Video
What Is Novocaine About?
"Novocaine" is an original action comedy centered around 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 penned by Lars Jacobson and directed by Dan Berk and Robert Olsen. The film boasts a talented cast including:
- 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 due to strong bloody violence, grisly images, and pervasive language. The film has a runtime of one hour and 50 minutes.