Overview

• Downey considers "Dolittle" and "The Shaggy Dog" two of the most important films in his career despite their commercial failure.
• The troubled production of "Dolittle" caused Downey to reassess his priorities and business relationships.
• Downey credits "Dolittle" with teaching him to value merit of execution over franchise potential.
• The stress of "Dolittle" led Downey and his wife to change their close business advisers.
• "The Shaggy Dog" helped Downey return to Hollywood after struggles with substance abuse.