Novocaine
“Getting to the root of the problem is like pulling teeth.”
Synopsis
A dentist finds himself a murder suspect after a sexy patient seduces him into prescribing her drugs.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
Novocaine Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2009-09-04
Top Cast
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Steve Martin
Frank Sangster
Helena Bonham Carter
Susan
Laura Dern
Jean Noble
Lynne Thigpen
Pat
Chelcie Ross
Mike
Polly Noonan
Sally
JoBe Cerny
Pharmacist Wayne Ponze
Elias Koteas
Harlan Sangster
Yasen Peyankov
'Sunshine Lounge' Bartender
Scott Caan
Duane
Teri Cotruzzola
Attractive Complaining Patient
Lucina Paquet
Mrs. Langston
Preston Maybank
Gelding
Sally Kao
Chinese Wife
Quincy Wong
Chinese Husband
George Lugg
Liquor Store Owner
Tyler Rostenkowski
Billy
Tom Milanovich
'Blue Sands' Bartender
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 23, 2001
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$6M
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$2M
Total global ticket sales
Box Office Return
0.34x
-$4M deficit
Theatrical Status
Budget Return
Box office tier
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- David Atkins
- Screenplay & Story
- David Atkins
- Original Score
- Danny Elfman, Steve Bartek
- Original Title
- Novocaine
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Production Budget
- $6M
- Worldwide Gross
- $2M
- Production Studios
- Numb Gums Production Inc., Summit Entertainment, Artisan Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Atkins
David Atkins
Danny Elfman, Steve Bartek
Vilko Filač
Melody London
Paul Mones, Daniel M. Rosenberg, Michele Weisler
Department Leadership Roster
Paul Mones
Producer
Daniel M. Rosenberg
Producer
David Atkins
Director
David Atkins
Screenplay
Melody London
Editor
Sharon Seymour
Production Design
Denise Wingate
Costume Design
Vilko Filač
Director of Photography
Danny Elfman
Original Music Composer
Steve Bartek
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Novocaine
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
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.
Who stars in Novocaine?
The principal cast of Novocaine includes Steve Martin, Helena Bonham Carter, Laura Dern, Lynne Thigpen, Chelcie Ross.
When was Novocaine released and how long is it?
Novocaine was released in 2001 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.
What was the box office and production budget of Novocaine?
Novocaine had a reported production budget of $6M and grossed $2M at the worldwide box office (0.34 return on budget, classified as a underperformed).
Who composed the musical score for Novocaine?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Novocaine was composed by Danny Elfman, Steve Bartek.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Novocaine?
Novocaine holds official age classifications: CA: R; US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).