Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne Biopic Still Moving Forward as Sony Is in Negotiations With Director
Ozzy Osbourne and Sharon Osbourne attend the Billy Morrison – Aude Somnia Solo Exhibition at Elisabeth Weinstock on September 28, 2017 in Los Angeles, California.
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Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne‘s love story will still make its way to the big screen following the musician’s death. According to Variety, representatives for Polygram Entertainment confirmed that Sony will move forward with the biopic about the metal legend’s life and relationship that was first announced in 2021.
“They’re currently in negotiations with a director, which could be confirmed very soon,” the Universal Music Group company shared. Lee Hall is still attached to complete the screenplay. Osbourne Media will develop the film alongside Polygram Entertainment and Sony.
“@SonyPictures and Polygram Entertainment are developing a biopic chronicling the extraordinary life of rock legend Ozzy Osbourne, and the great love story between him and his wife, Sharon,” parties attached to the film shared in 2021. Ozzy shared the post on Twitter nearly four years ago alongside a photo of himself with Sharon.
At the time, Sharon shared, “Our relationship at times was often wild, insane and dangerous but it was our undying love that kept us together. We’re thrilled to partner with Sony Pictures and Polygram to bring our story to the screen.” She will produce the film along with their children Jack and Aimee Osbourne, as well as Polygram’s Michele Anthony and David Blackman and Sony’s Andrea Giannetti.
During an episode of The Osbournes Podcast in 2024, Ozzy shared a blunt update on the progression of the film. “By the time they finish this film, I’ll be dead,” he said. “I wanna be alive to fucking see it.” Sharon added, “Movies take forever to make.” The musician died on July 22 at the age of 76.
Jack noted that the film is expected to span their relationship between 1979 and 1999. The family debated which actors should play the leading roles, with Sharon expressing interest in Florence Pugh and Kelly noting that her father should be played by “an unknown actor who is very good,” adding, “I don’t think there’s anyone you could think of now who would be able to do it.” Jack pitched Bill Hader for the role, but received a swift “Fuck off” from Ozzy in response.
No Escape From Now, an upcoming documentary about Ozzy’s health setbacks in recent years and his desire to stage a farewell concert, will also still arrive later this year.
From Rolling Stone US.
