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Jack Quaid's 'Novocaine' Tops Box Office Despite Sluggish Market

3/16/2025

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Jack Quaid's action-comedy "Novocaine" stormed to the top of the box office with $8.7 million, yet it stands as one of the lowest openings since the pandemic. The overall weekend box office reached only $52 million, highlighting a sluggish market. However, with a modest budget of $18 million and positive audience feedback, "Novocaine" is poised for profitability.

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Story summary

Jack Quaid's action-comedy "Novocaine" stormed to the top of the box office with $8.7 million, yet it stands as one of the lowest openings since the pandemic. The overall weekend box office reached only $52 million, highlighting a sluggish market. However, with a modest budget of $18 million and positive audience feedback, "Novocaine" is poised for profitability.