After a whirlwind press tour that recently showcased Jack Quaid progressively more battered at a Clippers game, the much-anticipated R-rated action comedy "Novocaine" has hit theaters. Quaid, best known for his role in "The Boys," stars as a man who feels no pain, seemingly embracing his character's trait by frequently appearing covered in fake blood.
In her review for IGN, critic Lena Wilson highlights 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."
For those eager to experience "Novocaine" either on the big screen or from the comfort of home, here's everything you need to know about watching the film.
**How to Watch Novocaine - Showtimes and Streaming Status** --------------------------------------------------------"Novocaine" has just premiered in theaters. You can find showtimes near you at the following major theater chains:
"Novocaine" will be available to stream on Paramount+ rather than on platforms like Netflix or Hulu. Following the pattern of recent Paramount releases such as "Sonic the Hedgehog 3" and "Gladiator 2," which became available on the service approximately three months after their theatrical debut, "Novocaine" is expected to start streaming on Paramount+ by late June.
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"Novocaine" is an original action comedy film centered around a man who cannot 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" is rated R due to strong bloody violence, grisly images, and pervasive language. The film has a runtime of one hour and 50 minutes.