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Striking style.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace6
- Spectacle5
- Tension4
Heart
Wondrous and hopeful
- Wonder8
- Hopefulness7
- Wholesome6
Humor
Some sharp wit and slapstick
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay6
- Physical Comedy6
- Situational Comedy5
World
Fantasy
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Dialogue Quality7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
- Visual Stylization7
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Doctor Dolittle is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumWondrous and hopeful
Emotionally, it's wondrous and hopeful.
All heart traits
- Wonder8Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
MediumSome sharp wit and slapstick
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit and slapstick.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy6Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy5Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor5Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumFantasy
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around fantasy. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Fantasy7Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Historical6Period settings and real events.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
HighFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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Questions about Doctor Dolittle
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Doctor Dolittle worth watching?
44
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 45/100 (IMDb 6.2 and Rotten Tomatoes 29%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Doctor Dolittle rated?
G
It's rated G in the United States.
How long is Doctor Dolittle?
2 h 31 min
Doctor Dolittle runs 2 h 31 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Doctor Dolittle?
Critics29
Audiences60
Not quite. Audiences rate Doctor Dolittle higher (60) than critics (29). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
Was Doctor Dolittle a box office hit?
Budget$18 million
Box office$9 million
No. It cost about $18 million to make and earned $9 million worldwide, 50% of its budget.
What language is Doctor Dolittle in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Doctor Dolittle?
66
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+52GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Doctor Dolittle in 66 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Doctor Dolittle use?
JerkassDemoted to ExtraSugar-and-Ice PersonalityDecision Darts"I Want" SongDogs Are DumbAdaptational Name ChangePerpetual PovertyTraveling LandmassWhat Did You Expect When You Named It ____?Hollywood NativesGone Horribly Rightand 28 more
TV Tropes lists 40 storytelling tropes for Doctor Dolittle, including Jerkass, Demoted to Extra, Sugar-and-Ice Personality.