The new one-hour documentary exploring the final chapter of Ozzy Osbourne’s life was unexpectedly pulled from the BBC schedule just hours before its planned premiere.
The film, titled Ozzy Osbourne: Coming Home, had been promoted as “the moving and inspirational account of the last chapter of Ozzy‘s life, told through unique and intimate access to the whole Osbourne family, including Sharon, Jack and Kelly.”
Originally slated to air on Monday, August 18, at 9 p.m. on BBC One and iPlayer, the documentary was suddenly postponed without explanation. It was replaced by an episode of Fake Or Fortune.
A BBC representative explained the change to Rolling Stone, saying: “The film has moved in the schedules and we’ll confirm new tx [transmission] details in due course.”
Filmed across three years, Ozzy Osbourne: Coming Home follows the family’s challenges and triumphs as Sharon and Ozzy pursue their dream of returning permanently to the U.K. The film also shows Ozzy’s determination to regain enough strength to perform again, while candidly portraying the impact of his declining health.
The documentary is described as being filled with “love, laughter and tears” alongside the authentic family moments fans have come to expect from the Osbournes. It aims to present a heartfelt tribute to Ozzy’s legacy, with Kelly Osbourne poignantly noting, “Iron man wasn’t really made of iron.”
Clare Sillery, BBC head of commissioning for documentaries, previously shared: “We are honored to have had the opportunity to film with Ozzy and his family. The film captures an intimate glimpse into their journey as they prepare to return to the U.K. It features family moments, humor, reflection and shows the enduring spirit that made Ozzy a global icon. We hope it brings comfort and joy to Ozzy’s fans and viewers as they remember and celebrate his extraordinary life.”
Producers Ben Wicks and Colin Barr of Expectation added: “It was an incredible privilege to spend the last few years with Ozzy, as well as Sharon, Jack and Kelly. Ozzy wanted to make it back to the U.K. and appear on stage one last time — our film is an inspiring and poignant account of him fulfilling that dream. Ozzy was loved by millions around the world not just for his music, but for his sense of mischief and his honesty all of which we saw plenty of in the final years of his life. But one thing shone through even more brightly to us, and that was Ozzy‘s intense love for his exceptional family who were by his side through it all.”
The film was produced by Expectation in association with JOKS Productions Limited for BBC One and iPlayer. Commissioning was led by Clare Sillery, with Carl Callam serving as BBC commissioning editor. Executive producers for Expectation included Ben Wicks, Colin Barr, Rachael Barnes and Louisa McKay. Distribution rights are being handled internationally by Banijay Rights.
The project was originally announced in 2022 under the title Home To Roost, envisioned as a series. However, as Ozzy’s health worsened, it was reshaped into a one-hour documentary under the new title Ozzy Osbourne: Coming Home.
On July 22, Ozzy passed away at the age of 76 following a heart attack. His death certificate indicated he had also been suffering from coronary artery disease and Parkinson’s disease.
