Doctor Dolittle
1998, English. Directed by Betty Thomas.
He doesn't just talk to the animals!
A successful physician and devoted family man, John Dolittle seems to have the world by the tail, until a long suppressed talent he possessed as a child, the ability to communicate with animals is suddenly reawakened with a vengeance! Now every creature within squawking distance wants the good doctor's advice, unleashing an outrageous chain of events that turns his world upside down!
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Details
- Released
- 26 June 1998
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Nat Mauldin, Larry Levin, Hugh Lofting
- Budget
- $71M
- Box office
- $295M
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What Doctor Dolittle is based on
Doctor Dolittle is based on The Story of Doctor Dolittle, a 1920 novel by Hugh Lofting, published by Frederick A. Stokes.
Novel · 1920
The Story of Doctor Dolittle
By Hugh Lofting
Published by Frederick A. Stokes
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Doctor Dolittle: quick answers
What comes after Doctor Dolittle?
Next in the series: Dr. Dolittle 2 (2001), Dr. Dolittle 3 (2006), and Dr. Dolittle: Tail to the Chief (2008).
Is Doctor Dolittle worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.7/10 from 3,427 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Doctor Dolittle?
Doctor Dolittle runs 85 minutes (1h 25m).
Does Doctor Dolittle have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Doctor Dolittle. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Doctor Dolittle parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Doctor Dolittle is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Doctor Dolittle on?
Doctor Dolittle isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Doctor Dolittle?
If you liked Doctor Dolittle, try Dolittle, Clifford the Big Red Dog, Charlotte's Web.
Who directed Doctor Dolittle?
Doctor Dolittle (1998) was directed by Betty Thomas and stars Eddie Murphy, Ossie Davis, Oliver Platt.
What is Doctor Dolittle based on?
Doctor Dolittle is based on The Story of Doctor Dolittle, a 1920 novel by Hugh Lofting, published by Frederick A. Stokes.