Novocaine is a 2025 American action-comedy film directed by Dan Berk and Robert Olsen, written by Lars Jacobson. The story follows Nathan Caine (Jack Quaid), a bank employee with a rare condition that makes him unable to feel physical pain. When his coworker and love interest, Sherry (Amber Midthunder), is kidnapped during a bank robbery, Nathan uses his condition to his advantage in a daring rescue mission.
The film combines intense action sequences with comedic elements, as Nathan navigates a series of dangerous obstacles to save Sherry. The supporting cast includes Ray Nicholson as the antagonist Simon Greenly, Jacob Batalon as Nathan's friend Roscoe Dixon, Betty Gabriel as Officer Mincy Langston, and Matt Walsh as Officer Coltraine Duffy.
Novocaine received generally positive reviews, with critics praising Jack Quaid's performance and the film's unique blend of action and humor. It holds a rating of 81% on Rotten Tomatoes based on 198 reviews.
