Full Breakdown
Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne Biopic Moves Toward 2028 Release
5/14/2026, 8:20:52 PM
Core Film Details
A biographical drama will depict the lives of rock icon Ozzy Osbourne—referred to as the “Prince of Darkness”—and his wife-manager Sharon Osbourne. First announced in 2021, the film is slated for a 2028 theatrical release. Sony Pictures and Polygram Entertainment are developing the project, with Oscar-nominated screenwriter Lee Hall (credited for *Rocketman* and *Billy Elliott*) attached to write the script.
Development Timeline
- 2021 – Initial announcement of the Ozzy and Sharon biopic.
- August 2023 – Reports indicated the film remained in development after Ozzy Osbourne’s death the previous month at age 76.
- January 2024 – Jack Osbourne confirmed a “phenomenal” lead actor had been secured.
- January 2024 (YouTube update) – Jack Osbourne reported the script’s completion, the imminent search for a director, and a realistic release window of 2028.
Creative Team and Production Partners
Lee Hall is responsible for the screenplay. Sony Pictures and Polygram Entertainment are listed as the primary production entities, overseeing financing, casting, and distribution logistics. No director has been publicly named as of the latest update.
Official Production Status
Jack Osbourne, the son of the film’s subjects, stated that the script is finished and that the team is preparing to attach a director. Sony Pictures and Polygram Entertainment continue to develop the project, with the biopic’s status described as “full steam ahead” by the family representative.
Verbatim Quotes
- “I can tell you this: we are moving ahead,” — Jack Osbourne, son of Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne
- “I was on calls today about it. The script is right there. We are good. This movie will absolutely happen.” — Jack Osbourne
- “Realistically — I mean, look, we’re already halfway through ’26 — it probably won’t come out until ’28. But you never know. But, yeah, we’re full steam ahead. We’re about to start going out and getting a director attached. So, fingers crossed. I’m really excited. It’s very much been a labour of love, of course. But, yeah, I’m excited — I’m excited for everyone to see this film.” — Jack Osbourne
- “We’re about to start going out and getting a director attached.” — Jack Osbourne
- “Realistically — I mean, look, we’re already halfway through ’26 — it probably won’t come out until ’28. But you never know. But, yeah, we’re full steam ahead. We’re about to start going out and getting a director attached. So, fingers crossed. I’m really excited. It’s very much been a labour of love, of course. But, yeah, I’m excited — I’m excited for everyone to see this film.” — Jack Osbourne
Why the Biopic Matters
The film arrives amid a resurgence of music-industry biopics, highlighted by the recent commercial success of *Michael*, a biopic of Michael Jackson that shattered box-office records and prompted a sequel. A dramatized account of Ozzy and Sharon’s partnership promises to explore themes of fame, family dynamics, and the evolution of heavy-metal culture, potentially attracting both long-time fans and new audiences.
What’s Next
The next phase involves securing a director, after which casting and principal photography are expected to proceed, targeting a 2028 release. Continued updates from Jack Osbourne suggest that the production timeline will follow the outlined schedule, with the biopic positioned for a late-2020s debut.
