Ozzy Osbourne's Farewell Documentary Trailer Reveals Sharon's Final Gift and Planned Last Show
Documentary chronicles the singer's final years, his battle with health and depression, and the family-led farewell ahead of an October release
The extended trailer for Ozzy Osbourne's forthcoming documentary reveals that his farewell concert was Sharon Osbourne's final gift to him after a six-year health battle and a struggle with depression. Directed by BAFTA-winning filmmaker Tania Alexander, Ozzy: No Escape From Now is set for release on October 7 and was produced in collaboration with the Osbourne family.
The trailer shows Sharon orchestrating the farewell as Ozzy debates the plan, with her asking, "What do you think, we do a big farewell show?" and Ozzy replying, "I want to say to my fans, thank you for the years." It notes the date: July 5. Drummer Chad Smith adds, "This is Sharon's gift to Ozzy. You deserve this." The clip describes it as "a celebration for everyone" and Chad adds, "It's just beautiful, you know. The vibe of this thing and the intent is perfect." Closing the trailer, Ozzy reflects, "It's got to be the best show in the world when I do it. Otherwise, what's the point doing it?"
The documentary also examines how Ozzy's chronic pain affected his mental health and influenced the music he created during that period. Sharon Osbourne recalls the depth of his depression, saying, "At that time, the depression was so bad. [He’d] be like what's the point in even getting up? I'm not getting up. I'm not working with the physiotherapist. What's the point?" The film notes that Take What You Want, his collaboration with Post Malone released in 2019, helped spark a renewed musical phase instigated by Kelly Osbourne and producer Andrew Watt.
The extended trailer also traces the arc of Ozzy's late-career records, including 2020’s Ordinary Man and 2022’s Patient Number 9, which feature some of his most reflective work. Jack Osbourne comments that Ordinary Man feels less like an Ozzy Osbourne album and more a John Osbourne album, highlighting themes around mortality and personal reckoning. Kelly Osbourne recalls how she brought dad into the studio daily, describing how he settled into a chair in Andrew Watt’s basement studio where, she says, "the magic would begin." The documentary promises footage from home and in the studio, and it documents his late-career decision to perform the Closing Ceremony of the Commonwealth Games in the UK in 2022, as well as preparations for that performance.
An exclusive look at the soundcheck from his induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in October 2024 will feature, along with his journey to the Back To The Beginning show at Villa Park in Birmingham on July 5, 2025. Ozzy's children Aimee, Kelly and Jack Osbourne will all be part of the documentary. While the film was originally slated to premiere while Ozzy was alive, the makers say it now stands as a testament to his courage, wit, determination and talent—qualities that continue to resonate with millions around the world.
Contributors will include Tony Iommi (Black Sabbath), Duff McKagan and Slash (Guns N’ Roses), Robert Trujillo and James Hetfield (Metallica), Billy Idol, Maynard James Keenan (Tool) and Chad Smith (Red Hot Chili Peppers). Ozzy’s longtime guitarist Zakk Wylde, producer Andrew Watt, Billy Morrison, Tom Morello (Rage Against The Machine), Mike Inez (Alice In Chains) and Billy Corgan (Smashing Pumpkins) also provide intimate perspectives on the man himself.
Black Sabbath frontman Ozzy Osbourne died on July 22 at age 76 and was laid to rest on the grounds of his Buckinghamshire mansion. He was buried a week later on July 30. Official documents list three causes of death for the rock legend: out-of-hospital cardiac arrest, acute myocardial infarction and coronary artery disease, and Parkinson's disease with autonomic dysfunction. In a statement shared last month, Ozzy's family said he died "surrounded by love" and that they were mourning a loss beyond words.
Last month, the BBC reportedly pulled an Ozzy documentary from schedules after the late rocker’s family expressed concerns that the show was rushed. It was reported that both the BBC and Paramount+ were developing documentaries about Ozzy during the final years of his life, with conversations suggesting a race to air unseen footage. A source noted the family’s concern over the overall tone and pace of the programmes. Ozzy: No Escape From Now will premiere on October 7 on Paramount+.