Dr. John Dolittle (played by Robert Downey Jr.) is a protagonist in Dolittle.
A Welsh veterinarian who can communicate with animals. After retiring following his wife's death, he is drawn back into human society to save Queen Victoria from poisoning. He leads an animal expedition to find the magical fruit of the Eden Tree, ultimately saving the monarch and reopening his animal sanctuary with Tommy as his apprentice. Tommy Stubbins (played by Harry Collett) is a protagonist in Dolittle.
A young animal enthusiast who accidentally injures a squirrel and is guided to Dolittle's sanctuary. He joins the expedition to find the cure for the queen, learns to communicate with animals, saves Dolittle's life, and ultimately administers the magical fruit to restore Victoria's health. Dr. Blair Müdfly (played by Michael Sheen) appears in Dolittle.
Dolittle's lifelong rival and a physician treating Queen Victoria at Buckingham Palace. He colludes with Lord Badgley to sabotage Dolittle's quest for the cure, sinks the doctor's ship, and captures them on Eden Tree Island, only to be trapped himself after awakening the tree's guardian dragon. Lord Thomas Badgley (played by Jim Broadbent) appears in Dolittle.
A courtier who covets the throne and orchestrates the poisoning of Queen Victoria with nightshade. He hires Dr. Müdfly to halt Dolittle's expedition, but is ultimately exposed as the traitor and imprisoned in the Tower of London by the restored queen. King Rassouli (played by Antonio Banderas) appears in Dolittle.
The ruler of Monteverde and the late Lily Dolittle's father. After initially condemning Dr. Dolittle to be eaten by a tiger, he is moved by the doctor's enduring love for his daughter and provides him with a new ship to continue his quest for the cure. Queen Victoria (played by Jessie Buckley) appears in Dolittle.
The monarch of Britain who falls gravely ill after being poisoned with nightshade. Her survival depends on the magical fruit of the Eden Tree, and she is ultimately restored to health by Tommy, leading to her gratitude and Badgley's imprisonment. Plimpton (played by Kumail Nanjiani) appears in Dolittle.
An ostrich serving as a member of Dr. Dolittle's animal expedition team tasked with finding the cure for the ailing queen. Yoshi (played by John Cena) appears in Dolittle.
A polar bear who joins Dr. Dolittle's expedition team in their quest to locate the magical fruit of the Eden Tree.
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Characters
Dr. John Dolittle
(played by Robert Downey Jr.) — protagonist
A Welsh veterinarian who can communicate with animals. After retiring following his wife's death, he is drawn back into human society to save Queen Victoria from poisoning. He leads an animal expediti...
Tommy Stubbins
(played by Harry Collett) — protagonist
A young animal enthusiast who accidentally injures a squirrel and is guided to Dolittle's sanctuary. He joins the expedition to find the cure for the queen, learns to communicate with animals, saves D...
Dr. Blair Müdfly
(played by Michael Sheen) — supporting
Dolittle's lifelong rival and a physician treating Queen Victoria at Buckingham Palace. He colludes with Lord Badgley to sabotage Dolittle's quest for the cure, sinks the doctor's ship, and captures t...
Lord Thomas Badgley
(played by Jim Broadbent) — supporting
A courtier who covets the throne and orchestrates the poisoning of Queen Victoria with nightshade. He hires Dr. Müdfly to halt Dolittle's expedition, but is ultimately exposed as the traitor and impri...
King Rassouli
(played by Antonio Banderas) — supporting
The ruler of Monteverde and the late Lily Dolittle's father. After initially condemning Dr. Dolittle to be eaten by a tiger, he is moved by the doctor's enduring love for his daughter and provides him...
Queen Victoria
(played by Jessie Buckley) — supporting
The monarch of Britain who falls gravely ill after being poisoned with nightshade. Her survival depends on the magical fruit of the Eden Tree, and she is ultimately restored to health by Tommy, leadin...
Plimpton
(played by Kumail Nanjiani) — supporting
An ostrich serving as a member of Dr. Dolittle's animal expedition team tasked with finding the cure for the ailing queen.
Yoshi
(played by John Cena) — supporting
A polar bear who joins Dr. Dolittle's expedition team in their quest to locate the magical fruit of the Eden Tree.
Chee-Chee
(played by Rami Malek) — supporting
A gorilla who serves as a loyal companion and member of Dr. Dolittle's expedition team searching for the magical fruit of the Eden Tree.
Poly
(played by Emma Thompson) — supporting
A macaw residing at Dolittle's animal sanctuary who believes young Tommy can help reconnect the doctor with humanity. She actively facilitates Tommy's involvement by sending other animals to bring him...
Key Relationships
Lord Thomas Badgley → Dr. Blair Müdfly
(Alliance Conspirator)
Dr. John Dolittle → Plimpton
(Alliance Teammate)
Dr. John Dolittle → Yoshi
(Alliance Teammate)
Dr. John Dolittle → Chee-Chee
(Alliance Teammate)
Dr. John Dolittle → Poly
(Alliance Companion)
Dr. Blair Müdfly → Lord Thomas Badgley
(Alliance Conspirator)
Tommy Stubbins → Queen Victoria
(Professional Helper)
Dr. John Dolittle → King Rassouli
(Family Father-in-law)
Dr. John Dolittle → Lord Thomas Badgley
(Conflict Antagonist)
Dr. John Dolittle → Queen Victoria
(Professional Patient)
Dr. John Dolittle → Dr. Blair Müdfly
(Conflict Rival)
Dr. John Dolittle → Tommy Stubbins
(Professional Mentor)
Story Analysis
A veterinarian who can talk to animals embarks on a quest to cure the Queen while confronting his past and finding a new apprentice.
Plot Progression
The Hermit's Sanctuary
The Poisoned Quest
Perilous Voyage
Eden's Trials
Royal Restoration
Directed by Stephen Gaghan
Dolittle (2020) · 6.6/10 · adventure, comedy, family, fantasy
