After a press tour that featured Jack Quaid looking increasingly battered at a Clippers game, the much-anticipated R-rated action comedy, *Novocaine*, has hit theaters. Starring Quaid as a man who can't feel pain, the film showcases the 'The Boys' actor seemingly reveling in scenes drenched in fake blood.
In her review for IGN, critic Lena Wilson praised *Novocaine*, noting that "the film offers more depth than its gimmicky 'man who feels no pain' premise may lead you to believe," with "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 are 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. Recent Paramount movies like *Sonic the Hedgehog 3* and *Gladiator 2* have hit the streaming service about three months after their theatrical release. Assuming *Novocaine* follows a similar pattern, you can expect it to be available on Paramount+ by late June.
Stream Similar Movies:
While you wait for *Novocaine* to hit streaming, consider these similar films:
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 that follows a man who can't feel pain. Here’s the official synopsis:
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 a stellar 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 for strong bloody violence, grisly images, and language throughout. The film has a runtime of one hour and 50 minutes.
