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Classic musical based on Hugh Lofting's books about a 19th century veterinary surgeon. Doctor Dolittle (Rex Harrison), an expert in animal languages, finds that his ability to talk to the animals puts him into a mental asylum. He manages to escape and begins a journey in search of the great pink sea snail in the South Seas. (20th Century Fox Home Entertainment)

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Awards

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Academy Awards

  • 1968 - Leslie Bricusse (Best Achievement in Music Written for Motion Pictures (Original Song))
  • 1968 - Best Achievement in Visual Effects
  • 1968 - Best Motion Picture of the Year
  • 1968 - Robert Surtees (Best Achievement in Cinematography)
  • 1968 - Best Achievement in Film Editing
  • 1968 - Leslie Bricusse (Best Achievement in Music Written for Motion Pictures (Original Score))
  • 1968 - Best Scoring of Music - Adaptation or Treatment
  • 1968 - Best Achievement in Production Design
  • 1968 - Best Sound Mixing