Doctor Dolittle

The story takes place in Victorian England. Renowned veterinarian Dr. John Dolittle possesses a rare gift—he understands the language of animals. Seven years ago, he lost his wife, Lily, and subsequently isolated himself from the world, devoting himself to caring for his sanctuary and interacting with exotic pets.
However, his solitary life is disrupted by news of the young Queen Victoria's grave illness. Lady Rose, a maid of honor, and Tommy persuade the doctor to visit the ruler. At the palace, Dolittle discovers that the queen has been poisoned by a rare nightshade plant added to her tea, and only the magical fruit from the mythical Tree of Eden can save her.
Left with no other choice, the doctor sets out on a dangerous journey. His faithful animal companions join him on the journey: Polynesia the parrot, Chi-Chi the gorilla, Yoshi the polar bear, Plimpton the ostrich, Kevin the squirrel, and others. Tommy, who accidentally injured a baby squirrel, also joins the expedition.
The pursuit of the doctor is led by his longtime rival, Dr. Blair Mudfly (Michael Sheen), acting on behalf of Lord Thomas Badgley. Their journey faces many challenges, including a clash with bandits led by King Rasoulli (Antonio Banderas), Lily's father, who blames Dolittle for his daughter's death. Captured, the doctor finds himself in the same room with the killer tiger Barry, but Chee-Chee rescues him. Mudfly steals Lily's journal, which describes the route to the island containing the fruit, and destroys the expedition ship.
Upon reaching the island, the heroes encounter the dragon Ginko, guarding the Tree of Eden. Dolittle, a veterinarian, treats the dragon, who, in gratitude, allows the crew to take the fruit.
Returning in time, the doctor finds the queen near death. He uncovers a conspiracy: Lord Thomas Badgley orchestrated the poisoning himself to seize the crown. Victoria sends him to the Tower, and Dolittle, who has become more open during the voyage, takes Tommy on as his apprentice.

The backstory of how Tommy ended up at Dolittle's estate: Tommy is an ordinary twelve-year-old boy living with a family of hunters. His main trait is a genuine love for animals and a reluctance to harm them, which sets him apart from his family. His family doesn't understand the boy and pressures him, trying to acclimate him to their way of life. A turning point comes when Tommy accidentally shoots a squirrel and is deeply distressed by it. Polynesia the parrot brings the boy to Doctor Dolittle. This is how Tommy meets Dolittle. The doctor is initially reluctant to interact with the boy, but they later become friends.

Character: Inquisitive, bold and capable of taking initiative, but at the same time timid when faced with misunderstanding.

Appearance: Slender, with simple features, he has an unremarkable appearance, lacking any striking details. He wears modest, practical clothing.

Polynesia the Parrot: the doctor's wise, prudent, and loyal companion. She often acts as an advisor and helps Dolittle make decisions.

Gorilla Chi-Chi: timid and insecure. Despite her fears, she displays courage and determination when it's truly needed.

Yoshi the polar bear: perpetually cold and clumsy, yet cheerful and kind, he often becomes the source of comical situations.

Plimpton the Ostrich: quarrelsome and cynical, he often gets into arguments with other animals, but is loyal to his team.

Betsy the giraffe and Tutu the fox: roguish friends ready for any adventure. But they didn't participate in the voyage.

Kevin the Squirrel. An injured squirrel who becomes the doctor's first patient, thus connecting him to the human world.

Jeep the Dog: The doctor's faithful friend, whom he leaves to look after the queen during the journey and who also did not participate in the voyage.

Personality: To strangers, he is a withdrawn, eccentric, and abrupt man who is reluctant to talk to people. In person, Dolittle is a brave, resourceful, and introspective individual with a compassionate and selfless nature, although he only displays these traits to those closest to him (mostly animals). A humorist, he generally adheres to a realistic outlook.

Appearance: A middle-aged man with a neat but somewhat old-fashioned hairstyle. His appearance matches the image of a successful Victorian doctor, as can be judged by his clothing.

Occupation: Healing animals and speaking to them. He speaks to each animal in its native language. He used to heal people, but no longer does.

The backstory of his life: the doctor lived with his wife, Lily, who shared his passion for animals. Queen Victoria gifted them an estate, which Dolittle turned into a sanctuary.
Seven years ago, Lily set out on a journey to find an island paradise, but her ship sank and she died. Afterward, Dolittle became reclusive, devoting himself entirely to working at the sanctuary and interacting only with animals. After the loss of his wife, the doctor cuts himself off from the outside world, refusing to interact with people. His closest companions are talking animals: Polynesia the parrot, Chee-Chee the gorilla, Yoshi the polar bear, Plimpton the ostrich, and Jeep the dog.