Black Sabbath frontman Ozzy Osbourne's life during the last three years of his career to be featured in an upcoming documentary, "Ozzy Osbourne: Coming Home," set for airing on BBC later this month.
In a poignant tribute to the legendary rockstar, the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) is set to air a documentary titled "Ozzy Osbourne: Coming Home" on August 18, 2025. This 60-minute film, which will be available on BBC One and BBC iPlayer, offers an intimate look into the final years of the Black Sabbath frontman's life.
Filmed over three years, from 2022 to 2025, the documentary captures the Osbourne family's return from the United States to the UK. The film focuses on Ozzy Osbourne's final chapter, which culminated in his death on July 22, 17 days after he reunited onstage with his fellow Black Sabbath co-founders for their final show together at the Back To The Beginning concert in his hometown of Birmingham.
The documentary provides a moving and inspirational account of the Osbourne family's journey, offering never-before-seen footage of Ozzy, his wife and manager Sharon, and their children Kelly and Jack. It portrays personal family moments, reflections, and humour, showcasing Ozzy's enduring spirit as a global music icon.
Originally conceived as a series titled "Home to Roost", the project evolved into this standalone documentary. Clare Sillery, BBC's Head of Commissioning for Documentaries, comments that the film captures an intimate glimpse into the Osbourne family's journey as they prepare to return to the UK.
The documentary follows the Osbourne family as they move back home to the UK from America. It also documents Ozzy's preparations for his final concert, Back To The Beginning, held in Birmingham on July 5, 2025. The film offers a poignant farewell to the rockstar, as tens of thousands of fans gathered to say their goodbyes as the cortege made its way down Broad Street in the city centre, with the procession passing over the famous 'Black Sabbath Bridge'.
In 2020, Ozzy announced that he had been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, which led to his retirement from touring in 2023. The cause of his death was revealed as cardiac arrest. Despite his health issues, the documentary promises to bring comfort and joy to Ozzy's fans and viewers as they remember and celebrate his extraordinary life.
The documentary will air on BBC One and the BBC iPlayer streaming service at 9pm UK time on August 18. It is a fitting tribute to a man who left an indelible mark on the music industry and touched the hearts of millions worldwide.
[1] BBC Press Release, July 23, 2025 [2] The Guardian, August 3, 2025
- The upcoming BBC documentary, titled "Ozzy Osbourne: Coming Home," offers a detailed account of the legendary rockstar's final years, including his reunion with his Black Sabbath co-founders for their final show at the "Back To The Beginning" concert.
- Filmed over three years, this documentary provides never-before-seen footage of the Osbourne family, offering a personal look at their journey from the United States back to the UK.
- Clare Sillery, BBC's Head of Commissioning for Documentaries, comments that the film captures an intimate glimpse into the Osbourne family's life as they prepare to return to their homeland.
- The documentary also documents Ozzy's preparations for his final concert in Birmingham, which took place on July 5, 2025, and serves as a poignant farewell to the rockstar as fans gathered to say their goodbyes.
- Despite his announcement of a Parkinson's disease diagnosis in 2020 and subsequent retirement from touring in 2023, the documentary promises to bring comfort and joy to Ozzy's fans and viewers as they remember and celebrate his extraordinary life.
- The documentary will be aired on BBC One and the BBC iPlayer streaming service at 9pm UK time on August 18, making it a fitting tribute to a music icon whose influence reached across pop-culture and touched the hearts of millions worldwide.
