Character guide

Doctor Dolittle

major

Also known as John Dolittle, John, Doctor, the Doctor

A kind physician who learns animal language and travels to Africa to help sick monkeys.

Jip

supporting

Also known as And Jip

The Doctor's loyal dog, who accompanies him on adventures and helps with his keen sense of smell.

Polynesia

supporting

A clever parrot who teaches Doctor Dolittle animal language and advises him on many journeys.

Gub-Gub

supporting

Also known as Gub - Gub, Poor Gub - Gub

The Doctor's greedy but lovable pig, always thinking about food.

Chee-Chee

supporting

Also known as Chee - Chee, Good old Chee - Chee

A resourceful monkey who helps Doctor Dolittle navigate the African jungle.

Dab-Dab

supporting

Also known as Dab - Dab, Presently Dab - Dab

The Doctor's practical duck who manages household chores and travels with him.

Too-Too

supporting

Also known as Too - Too

A wise owl who serves as the Doctor's lookout and messenger.

Prince Bumpo

supporting

Also known as Bumpo

A kind-hearted African prince who wishes to become white to win a princess.

Ben Ali

supporting

The fierce Barbary Dragon, a pirate captain who terrorizes the seas.

Sarah Dolittle

minor

Also known as Sarah

Doctor Dolittle's sister, who disapproves of his animal-filled household.

King of the Jolliginki

minor

Also known as Foolish King, the King

A proud African king who imprisons Polynesia and later releases her.

Ermintrude

minor

Also known as Queen, Queen Ermintrude

The queen of the Jolliginki who helps Polynesia escape from the king.

Leader of the Lions

minor

Also known as the Lions John Dolittle, the Lions

The noble lion who leads his pride to help Doctor Dolittle build the bridge of apes.

Chief Chimpanzee

minor

The leader of the monkey council who requests Doctor Dolittle's help.

White Men

minor

Also known as the White Men

European sailors and traders encountered during the Doctor's voyage to Africa.