A ‘Raw and Real’ Biopic on Ozzy Osbourne’s Life Gains Momentum — Set for 2027 Release
A no-holds-barred cinematic biopic about the turbulent, triumphant, and totally unfiltered life of Ozzy Osbourne is officially in the works — and according to his son Jack Osbourne, it’s not going to be your average glossy rockstar drama.
Speaking backstage at Black Sabbath’s monumental “Back to the Beginning” concert in Birmingham on Saturday, July 5 — where Ozzy reunited with all original members for one final, history-making performance — Jack offered exciting new details about the long-anticipated film.
“We’ve got the movie coming,” Jack Osbourne said. “Now we’ve got an assistant director, the script is done — though it’s about to go through a rewrite — and Sony Studios is going to produce it. It’s going to be raw and real. We ain’t trippin’ around. We’re really gonna tell it all.”
From Birmingham to Global Mayhem: The Osbourne Story
The biopic, expected to hit theaters in 2027, will chart the legendary life of John Michael “Ozzy” Osbourne — from his humble beginnings in working-class Aston, Birmingham, to his rise as the frontman of Black Sabbath, to his reinvention as a solo artist and reality TV icon.
What sets this project apart from other music biopics is its promise to not sanitize or glamorize the darker chapters of Ozzy’s life. This is not going to be a polished VH1 special or a fan-service montage. Jack Osbourne emphasized that the family, including matriarch Sharon Osbourne, has been deeply involved in the creative process — and they’re committed to honesty over image.
“My dad’s been through hell and back. Addiction, fame, health scares — but he’s also survived it all,” Jack said. “That story deserves to be told without bullsh*t. If people are expecting some cleaned-up version, they’re gonna be in for a shock.”
The Man Behind the Madness
Sony’s backing brings major Hollywood clout to the table, and though casting hasn’t yet been finalized, there’s speculation around British actor candidates who could portray Ozzy from his teenage years through his chaotic rise to international stardom.
Perhaps most intriguingly, Jack Osbourne revealed that the project has found a director — and not just anyone. The yet-to-be-named filmmaker is, according to Jack, a “hardcore Ozzy fan” who brings not just technical expertise but emotional investment.
“This guy knows Ozzy’s life better than most people. He grew up with the records. He understands the humor, the pain, the chaos — all of it. He’s not gonna sugarcoat anything,” Jack explained.
Not Another “Bohemian Rhapsody”
Though the music biopic genre has exploded in recent years with hits like Bohemian Rhapsody, Rocketman, and Elvis, the Osbourne biopic is shaping up to go in a very different direction. No flashy montages. No rose-tinted nostalgia. Just the grit, madness, and raw humanity that Ozzy has never been shy to show.
And there’s plenty of material to pull from:
- His impoverished childhood in post-war England
- His arrest and jail time as a teen
- The creation of heavy metal with Black Sabbath
- His firing from the band due to substance abuse
- A near-death lifestyle as a solo artist in the ‘80s
- His miraculous comeback and 1990s resurrection
- His 2000s reality TV reinvention with The Osbournes
- Ongoing health battles, including Parkinson’s disease
“We’re going to show the good, the bad, and the ugly,” Jack said. “There’s redemption in this story, but not without a cost.”
Sharon and Ozzy’s Love Story: The Emotional Core
While Ozzy’s career has been larger-than-life, Jack hinted that the emotional center of the film will be Ozzy and Sharon’s complicated but enduring love story. From manager to wife to lifelong protector, Sharon has been a constant in Ozzy’s chaotic world — often the force that kept him alive.
“She saved him more times than we can count,” Jack said. “If there’s a heart in this movie, it’s their love.”
A Legacy Sealed in Celluloid
For Ozzy fans, this biopic represents more than just entertainment. With his final concert now behind him, and his health making touring unlikely, the film is a chance to document the Prince of Darkness’ legacy in a way that future generations will understand.
There’s a certain urgency to it, too. Ozzy, now 76, has battled Parkinson’s, spinal injuries, and a litany of health scares in recent years. But if anyone thought he was fading quietly, they were wrong.
The “Back to the Beginning” show, capped by a triumphant performance of “Paranoid” and “Iron Man,” reminded everyone that the fire still burns — even if the stage lights have dimmed.
Coming 2027: The True Story of the Madman
As for the tone of the film? Jack summed it up in one final line:
“It’s going to be crazy. It’s going to be honest. And it’s going to be Ozzy — just like he really is.”
A title has not yet been confirmed, but fans speculate it could draw from one of his most iconic tracks — perhaps Crazy Train, Diary of a Madman, or simply OZZY.
Regardless, one thing is certain: the world is about to see the full story of the man who changed music forever, in all his glory, grief, and madness.
Get ready — the Prince of Darkness is coming to the big screen.
