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Dr. Dolittle
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PG13,1hr 25min
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June 26, 1998
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20th Century Fox
Synopsis: Betty Thomas directed this adaptation of the classic children's stories by Hugh Lofting (1886-1947), updating the original concepts into the present day. When noted surgeon Dr. John Dolittle (Eddie Murphy) swerves his car to avoid hitting a dog, he hits his head on the windshield, triggering his long-dormant gift for holding conversations with animals. Friends, associates and his wife Lisa (Kristen Wilson), all express concern, but Dr. Dolittle is happy as he takes on new animal clients. Soon Dolittle's ... Full Synopsis
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Dr. Dolittle is a zoo-and a blast. [6 July 1998, p. 67] Full Review
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Featured Cast
Dr. John Dolittle
Archer Dolittle
Dr. Mark Weller
Calloway
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