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Dr. Dolittle 2
2001 87 min United States of America PG 12+
★5.2
Comedy, Family, Romance, Fantasy
Director: Steve Carr
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Description
A group of beavers ask Dr. Dolittle to save their habitat from loggers. The only hope is to get the forest preserved because it's the home of a protected bear, but there's a problem: the bear's the only bear in the forest, so she can't reproduce. Undaunted, Dolittle persuades a circus bear to help out, but he has to teach him not just the ways of the wild, but the wiles of lady bears too.
Budget:
$70M
US Gross:
$112.95M
Worldwide:
$176.1M
Starring
Eddie Murphy
Actor
Cedric The Entertainer
Actor
Kristen Wilson
Actor
Awards
3 wins & 6 nominations total
Key opinion
Dr. Dolittle 2 is viewed as a consistent, family-oriented sequel that effectively retains the charm and core cast of its predecessor. While it maintains a lighthearted tone and solid entertainment value, some critics note a dilution of the animal-centric humor that defined the original.
| Acting | The return of the core cast ensures a sense of continuity that satisfies fans of the first film. | |
| Screenplay | The family-friendly narrative successfully integrates elements of comedy and modest lyricism. | |
| Originality | The introduction of new animal characters like the chameleon keeps the ensemble fresh, though some beloved original creatures are notably absent. | |
| Humor | The balance between the comedic elements and the animal-focused humor feels less sharp than in the previous installment. |