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Jack Quaid’s ‘Novocaine’ Is the Unlikely Action Hero We Needed—And It’s Already on Digital

Less than a month after its theatrical release, Novocaine—the brutal, brilliant action flick starring Jack Quaid—hits digital. Here’s why it’s a must-watch.

Allan Ford April 9, 2025 Add a Comment
Novocaine

Boom. Just like that, one of the year's best action movies—Novocaine—has already punched its way onto digital platforms. Less than four weeks after hitting theaters, Paramount dropped it on Prime Video, Apple TV, and more. And let's be real: in an era where action flicks often feel like reheated leftovers, Novocaine is a five-star meal.

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The Premise: A Hero Who Can’t Feel Pain (Literally)Why Critics and Audiences Are ObsessedThe Digital Bonuses: Gore, Glory, and Behind-the-Scenes SavageryStream It or Regret It

The Premise: A Hero Who Can't Feel Pain (Literally)

Jack Quaid, fresh off The Boys' supe-smashing chaos, trades Homelander's ego for Nathan Caine's… well, lack of nerve endings. His character has CIPA, a rare condition that makes him impervious to pain. Kidnapped girlfriend? No problem. Broken bones? Just a flesh wound. It's John Wick meets 50 First Dates—if the romance involved more blood splatter.

The supporting cast? Stacked. Amber Midthunder (Prey) brings ferocity, Ray Nicholson (Smile 2) oozes villainy, and Jacob Batalon (Spider-Man) provides comic relief. Together, they turn Novocaine into a symphony of chaos—equal parts brutal and hilarious.

Novocaine movie photo

Why Critics and Audiences Are Obsessed

Rotten Tomatoes slapped it with an 80% “Certified Fresh” rating. Audiences went harder, giving it 85% on the Popcornmeter. And MovieWeb's Julian Roman nailed it:

“The ruthless baddies can inflict all sorts of jaw-dropping punishment, and our nerveless hero keeps coming like an unstoppable punching bag.”

Translation: This isn't your dad's action movie. It's Crank on steroids, with a hero who takes a licking and keeps on ticking—because he literally can't feel it.

The Digital Bonuses: Gore, Glory, and Behind-the-Scenes Savagery

Paramount didn't just dump the movie online; they loaded it with 35 minutes of extras. Highlights include:

  • “Prepare For Pain: Pre-Production” – How they cast Quaid (hint: he's too good at playing vulnerable badasses).
  • “A World of Hurt: Production” – The stunt team's “how did they NOT die?” breakdown.
  • “Maximum Physical Damage: Makeup Effects” – Because nothing says “romance” like realistic disembowelment.

Stream It or Regret It

Novocaine isn't just an action movie—it's a dare. A dare to laugh while wincing, to cheer while gagging. And now, you don't even need to leave your couch to experience it.

So, grab the popcorn (and maybe a vomit bag). Novocaine is here—and pain has never felt so good.

Novocaine movie photo

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