After a press tour that recently saw Jack Quaid looking increasingly battered at a Clippers game, the highly anticipated R-rated action comedy, Novocaine, has hit theaters. Quaid stars as a man who can't feel pain, leading fans to humorously speculate that the 'The Boys' alum intentionally seeks out roles drenched in fake blood.
In her review for IGN, critic Lena Wilson commends Novocaine for surpassing the expectations set by its seemingly gimmicky premise. She notes that the film's "clever storytelling and character writing" evoke the joy of traditional movie-going experiences, making it a refreshing cinematic treat.
If you're eager to see Novocaine in theaters or curious about its streaming availability, here's everything you need to know.
Novocaine has just been released in theaters. You can find showtimes near you at the following major theater chains:
Novocaine will eventually be available to stream on Paramount+, rather than on Netflix or Hulu. Following the release pattern of recent Paramount films like Sonic the Hedgehog 3 and Gladiator 2, which became available on the streaming service approximately three months after their theatrical debut, Novocaine is expected to be streamable on Paramount+ by late June.
While you wait for Novocaine to hit streaming platforms, consider these similar films available on various services:
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Novocaine is an original action comedy film centered around 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 was written by Lars Jacobson and directed by Dan Berk and Robert Olsen. The film features the following cast:
Novocaine is rated R for strong bloody violence, grisly images, and language throughout. The film has a runtime of one hour and 50 minutes.