Upcoming Ozzy Osbourne Biopic Progressing at Sony Studios

## Update on the Ozzy Osbourne Biopic

The much-anticipated Ozzy Osbourne biopic continues to progress at Sony Pictures. A spokesperson for Polygram Entertainment confirmed this week that discussions are underway to choose a director for the film.

### A Look Back at the Project’s Timeline

According to reports, this marks the first major development since the biopic was initially announced back in 2021. The film aims to explore the dynamic relationship between the legendary heavy metal artist and his wife, Sharon Osbourne. Notably, Sony is collaborating with Polygram Entertainment and Osbourne Media for this project. Sharon, alongside her children Jack and Aimee, will be among the producers, joined by Polygram’s Michele Anthony and David Blackman, along with Sony’s Andrea Giannetti.

### Experienced Talent Behind the Scenes

Lee Hall, who crafted the celebrated screenplay for the film *Rocketman* in 2019, is onboard to write the script for the Ozzy Osbourne biopic. Hall’s talent for capturing the essence of rock legends on screen makes him a fitting choice for this undertaking. Details regarding potential directors or an official timeline for announcements, however, remain under wraps.

## Capturing Ozzy’s Multifaceted Persona

This project seeks to showcase Ozzy’s diverse career, highlighting his role as the frontman for Black Sabbath, his successful solo career, and his rise to fame through the reality series *The Osbournes*. Ozzy’s iconic status in various entertainment realms has made him a compelling subject for a biopic, one that has been long overdue.

### The Journey to Bringing Ozzy’s Story to Life

Attempts to adapt Ozzy’s life story have been in the works since 1998 when screenwriter Ryan Jaffe first expressed interest. At the time, he was an assistant at Industry Entertainment and was captivated by a *Behind The Music* episode focusing on Sharon and Ozzy. “It was the most amazing love story that I had ever seen,” Jaffe recalled.

Despite an initial setback in securing a deal with New Line Cinema, Jaffe’s enthusiasm didn’t wane. He later wrote a spec screenplay titled *Sharon*, which appeared on the coveted 2018 Blacklist. Unfortunately, this version lacked support from the Osbourne family and faced potential challenges regarding music licensing.

### Advantages of Sony’s Current Approach

The current iteration of the project boasts significant advantages compared to earlier attempts. It will include music from both Black Sabbath and Ozzy’s solo ventures, with the necessary licensing arrangements facilitated by the Osbourne family and Polygram Entertainment. Polygram has a solid track record in music-related films, including *The Bee Gees: How Can You Mend A Broken Heart?*, *Beastie Boys Story*, and *The Go-Go’s*.

### Timing is Everything

As Hollywood continues to embrace musical biopics following the success of films like *Bohemian Rhapsody*, *Elvis*, and *A Complete Unknown*, the timing couldn’t be better for the Ozzy Osbourne biopic. The upcoming Beatles tetralogy further illustrates the genre’s marketability.

In recent news, two weeks after Ozzy Osbourne’s passing, reports confirmed that he died from a heart attack outside of a hospital. His death certificate noted that he was suffering from coronary artery disease and Parkinson’s disease.

What are your thoughts on the upcoming Ozzy Osbourne biopic? Are you excited to see his life story unfold on screen?