Novocaine movie poster

Novocaine

"Getting to the root of the problem is like pulling teeth."

November 23, 2001 1h 35m 6.0/10 (158 votes)

Originally released in 2001. Novocaine is a comedy/crime film. directed by David Atkins.

Starring Steve Martin, Helena Bonham Carter, and Laura Dern

Synopsis

A dentist finds himself a murder suspect after a sexy patient seduces him into prescribing her drugs.

Quick Facts

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Release Date November 23, 2001 24 years ago
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Runtime 1h 35m 95 minutes total
User Rating 6.0/10 Mixed (158 votes)
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Budget $6M Production budget
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Box Office $2M 0.3x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$6,000,000
Revenue
$2,025,238

Production Companies

  • Numb Gums Production Inc.
  • Summit Entertainment
  • Artisan Entertainment

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Novocaine about?

A dentist finds himself a murder suspect after a sexy patient seduces him into prescribing her drugs.

Who directed Novocaine?

Novocaine was directed by David Atkins.

How long is Novocaine?

Novocaine has a runtime of 1 hours and 35 minutes (95 minutes total).

When was Novocaine released?

Novocaine was released on November 23, 2001 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Novocaine?

The main cast of Novocaine includes Steve Martin, Helena Bonham Carter, Laura Dern, Lynne Thigpen, Chelcie Ross.

Is Novocaine worth watching?

Novocaine has a user rating of 6.0/10 based on 158 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.