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L'Extravagant docteur Dolittle

Original title: Doctor Dolittle
  • 1967
  • Tous publics
  • 2h 32m
IMDb RATING
6.1/10
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L'Extravagant docteur Dolittle (1967)
Trailer for this enchanting film about a man who talks to animals
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After the animal communicating veterinarian goes too far for his clientele, he and his friends escape their hometown to the sea in search of the Great Pink Sea Snail.After the animal communicating veterinarian goes too far for his clientele, he and his friends escape their hometown to the sea in search of the Great Pink Sea Snail.After the animal communicating veterinarian goes too far for his clientele, he and his friends escape their hometown to the sea in search of the Great Pink Sea Snail.

  • Director
    • Richard Fleischer
  • Writers
    • Hugh Lofting
    • Leslie Bricusse
  • Stars
    • Rex Harrison
    • Samantha Eggar
    • Anthony Newley
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  • IMDb RATING
    6.1/10
    10K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Richard Fleischer
    • Writers
      • Hugh Lofting
      • Leslie Bricusse
    • Stars
      • Rex Harrison
      • Samantha Eggar
      • Anthony Newley
    • 70User reviews
    • 31Critic reviews
    • 34Metascore
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Won 2 Oscars
      • 6 wins & 15 nominations total

    Videos1

    Doctor Dolittle
    Trailer 1:38
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    Photos110

    Rex Harrison in L'Extravagant docteur Dolittle (1967)
    Rex Harrison in L'Extravagant docteur Dolittle (1967)
    Rex Harrison in L'Extravagant docteur Dolittle (1967)
    Rex Harrison in L'Extravagant docteur Dolittle (1967)
    Rex Harrison in L'Extravagant docteur Dolittle (1967)
    L'Extravagant docteur Dolittle (1967)
    Rex Harrison in L'Extravagant docteur Dolittle (1967)
    Rex Harrison and William Dix in L'Extravagant docteur Dolittle (1967)
    Anthony Newley in L'Extravagant docteur Dolittle (1967)
    Rex Harrison in L'Extravagant docteur Dolittle (1967)
    Anthony Newley in L'Extravagant docteur Dolittle (1967)
    Rex Harrison in L'Extravagant docteur Dolittle (1967)

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    Rex Harrison
    Rex Harrison
    • Dr. John Dolittle
    Samantha Eggar
    Samantha Eggar
    • Emma Fairfax
    Anthony Newley
    Anthony Newley
    • Matthew Mugg
    Richard Attenborough
    Richard Attenborough
    • Albert Blossom
    Peter Bull
    Peter Bull
    • Gen. Bellowes
    Muriel Landers
    Muriel Landers
    • Mrs. Blossom
    William Dix
    William Dix
    • Tommy Stubbins
    Geoffrey Holder
    Geoffrey Holder
    • William Shakespeare X
    Portia Nelson
    Portia Nelson
    • Sarah Dolittle
    Norma Varden
    Norma Varden
    • Lady Fetherington
    Frank Baker
    Frank Baker
    • Trial Spectator
    • (uncredited)
    Buddy Bryan
    Buddy Bryan
    • Roustabout
    • (uncredited)
    Garrett Cassell
    • Inmate
    • (uncredited)
    Edward Cast
    • Prison Guard
    • (uncredited)
    Judy Chapman
    • Dancer
    • (uncredited)
    Cheeta
    Cheeta
    • Monkey
    • (uncredited)
    Judy the Chimpanzee
    Judy the Chimpanzee
    • Chee-Chee
    • (uncredited)
    Phyllis Coghlan
    • Courtroom Spectator
    • (uncredited)
    • Director
      • Richard Fleischer
    • Writers
      • Hugh Lofting
      • Leslie Bricusse
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    • Trivia
      "The Reluctant Vegetarian" was one of the hardest scenes to film, mainly because of the number of animals that had to sit still for a lengthy period. The cast had hours of rehearsal and preparation before filming started. The first take went very well, until Sir Rex Harrison stopped singing. Director Richard Fleischer asked him why, and Harrison said he heard him yell "Cut!" Fleischer denied it, and they were starting to argue about it when both heard a voice yell "Cut!" The guilty party turned out to be Polynesia the Parrot. Harrison said "That's the first time I've ever been directed by a parrot. But she may be right. I probably can do it better."
    • Goofs
      When considering ways to change the course of the island, Dr. Dolittle says elephants cannot swim. Elephants are excellent swimmers, which he should know.
    • Quotes

      Dr. Dolittle: I do not understand the human race/Has so little love for creatures with a different face./Treating animals like people is no madness or disgrace./I do not understand the human race.

    • Alternate versions
      In the general release version of the film, the songs "Where Are The Words", sung by Anthony Newley, and "Something in Your Smile", sung by Rex Harrison, were omitted.
    • Connections
      Featured in Film Review: Richard Attenborough (1968)
    • Soundtracks
      Overture
      Written by Leslie Bricusse

      Performed by 20th Century Fox Studio Orchestra, conducted by Lionel Newman

    User reviews70

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    8/10
    The Great Doctor Dolittle
    I was taken as a child to see this movie in 1967 and loved it. I ended up buying the soundtrack, coloring books, puzzles, etc. It charmed me that much. Today, I still find it to be a great yet under-rated film. The DVD is nice, but this is a movie that is really meant to be seen on the big screen. That is why I also own a copy on 16mm film. What a difference it makes seeing it in this format. Regardless of how you watch it, this movie is entertaining for kids and adults of all ages. Those who might get bored with it are those who prefer the newer version with Eddie Murphey over this classic from 1967. Which, by the way, got nominated for Best Picture and won the Oscar for Best Song (Talk to the Animals). Rex Harrison's performance is outstanding as the wonderful Doctor Dolittle. I give this timeless film an 8 out of 10.
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    • nicemess61
    • May 7, 2003

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    Details

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    • Release date
      • January 3, 1968 (France)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official site
      • Official site
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Doctor Dolittle
    • Filming locations
      • Marigot Bay, St Lucia(giant snail on the beach)
    • Production companies
      • APJAC Productions
      • Twentieth Century Fox
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    • Budget
      • $17,000,000 (estimated)
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    • Runtime
      2 hours 32 minutes

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