Robert Downey Jr. takes on one of the most famous figures in world literature in the adventurous new film version of the story of a man who can talk to animals. Here is Dr. Dolittle.

After losing his wife, seven years earlier, the eccentric doctor John Dolittle (Downey Jr.), a famous scientist and veterinarian in Victorian England, leads a hermit lifestyle, surrounded by the menagerie of his exotic animals.

However, when the young queen falls ill with a terminal illness, the fearless doctor embarks on an adventurous journey to the mythical island, where she expects to find medicine for the queen. In this he will use his courage and unparalleled sense of humor, he will discover many unusual creatures and meet again with old enemies.

The expedition will be accompanied by a young, confident student (Harry Collett) and a cheerful gang of animal friends, including a fearful gorilla, an enthusiastic duck about the world (oh, well, bird's brain), an unusual duo consisting of a cynical ostrich and an optimistic bear polar and real tough guy - a parrot, Dolittle's most trusted friend.

Oscar®-winning Stephen Gaghan ('Syriana', 'Traffic') is responsible for directing.