Where to watch Doctor Dolittle (1998) in the UK
Doctor Dolittle (1998) is currently available to stream in the UK on Disney Plus. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube or bought from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Last verified on 13 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.
He doesn't just talk to the animals!
A successful physician and devoted family man, John Dolittle seems to have the world by the tail, until a long suppressed talent he possessed as a child, the ability to communicate with animals is suddenly reawakened with a vengeance! Now every creature within squawking distance wants the good doctor's advice, unleashing an outrageous chain of events that turns his world upside down!
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Cast & crew
Top-billed cast in Doctor Dolittle.
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Eddie MurphyDr. John Dolittle -
Ossie DavisArcher Dolittle -
Oliver PlattDr. Mark Weller -
Peter BoyleCalloway -
Richard SchiffDr. Gene Reiss -
Kristen WilsonLisa -
Jeffrey TamborDr. Fish -
Kyla PrattMaya
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Doctor Dolittle — frequently asked questions
Where can I stream Doctor Dolittle in the UK?
Doctor Dolittle (1998) is currently included in subscriptions to Disney Plus in the United Kingdom. Sign-in is required to play. Streaming licences change occasionally — ScreenSearch refreshes its data daily.
How much does it cost to rent Doctor Dolittle?
Rental prices vary by service and tier (HD vs 4K), typically £3.49 to £5.99 in the UK for a 48-hour rental. ScreenSearch links you straight to Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube so you can check the current price.
Can I buy a digital copy of Doctor Dolittle?
Yes. Doctor Dolittle can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.
Is Doctor Dolittle on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?
Doctor Dolittle is currently included with: Disney Plus.
How accurate is this film's availability data?
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