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Business Upturn
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Upturn
Ozzy Osbourne Biopic: Everything we know so far about the upcoming movie
The world lost Ozzy Osbourne, the legendary 'Prince of Darkness,' on July 22, 2025, but his larger-than-life story is set to live on through a much-anticipated biopic. As the frontman of Black Sabbath and a solo rock icon, Ozzy's life was a whirlwind of groundbreaking music, wild antics, and an unbreakable bond with his wife, Sharon. With his passing still fresh, here's everything we know about the upcoming film that'll honour his legacy. A Raw and Unfiltered Look at Ozzy's Life Advertisement This isn't going to be some polished, sugarcoated Hollywood flick. Jack Osbourne, Ozzy's son, has promised a film that's 'raw' and real, showing the good, the bad, and the downright chaotic parts of his dad's journey. Think Black Sabbath's groundbreaking riffs, Ozzy's struggles with addiction, and those infamous moments—like that bat incident (he thought it was fake, for the record). Jack's made it clear they're not shying away from the flaws, which is refreshing. It's about showing the man behind the myth, from his game-changing music to the personal battles that nearly derailed him. The movie, backed by Sony Pictures and Polygram Entertainment, is diving into the years 1979 to 1999. That's when Ozzy split from Black Sabbath, launched his solo career with bangers like Crazy Train, and became a reality TV pioneer with The Osbournes. It's also the era of his epic partnership with Sharon, who's been his rock, manager, and occasional sparring partner through it all. Script, Director, and Production Buzz The biopic's been cooking for a while—talk of it first popped up in 2021. Now, things are heating up. Jack recently spilled that they've got a completed script, and a director's on board. He's keeping the director's name hush-hush but called them a 'phenomenal' filmmaker and a huge Ozzy fan. That's a good sign—someone who gets Ozzy's vibe is key to nailing this story. The script comes from Lee Hall, the guy behind Rocketman, and it's getting a polish to make sure it captures the gritty heart of Ozzy's world. Expect the soundtrack to be a banger, packed with Black Sabbath classics like Paranoid and Iron Man, plus Ozzy's solo hits. Sony's pulling out all the stops, and with the Osbourne family's involvement through their production company, Osbourne Media, this feels like a passion project, not just another music biopic. Potential Release Date No official release date yet, but Jack's hinted at 2027 as a possibility. Sharon's been real about how long movies take, saying, 'It's a slow process, but it's worth it to get it right.' Ozzy, ever the joker, quipped last year, 'I better be alive when this thing comes out!' The guy's got a point—fans are itching to see it, especially after his emotional final concert in Birmingham on July 5, 2025. That show, Back to the Beginning, was a massive send-off with 40,000 fans and cameos from Metallica and Guns N' Roses. There's even talk of premiering the film in Birmingham to honour Ozzy's roots. Who's Playing Ozzy and Sharon? Casting is the big question on everyone's mind. Sharon and Kelly Osbourne have thrown out some dream picks for Sharon's role. They're big fans of Florence Pugh (Oppenheimer, Dune: Part Two) for her intensity and range. Kelly also name-dropped Bella Ramsey (The Last of Us) as a contender. For Ozzy, Jack suggested Bill Hader for his comedic chops, but Kelly's pushing for an unknown actor to keep it fresh. No confirmations yet, so the speculation game is strong—fans are already picturing who could pull off Ozzy's signature snarl and stage swagger.
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘Selena Y Los Dinos' Documentary Feature Acquired By Netflix
EXCLUSIVE: Netflix is going to bring 'Bidi Bidi Bom Bom' into the homes of Selena Quintanilla fans all over the world as the streamer acquires the rights to the documentary feature Selena y Los Dinos, directed by Isabel Castro. The film will be released globally on Netflix later this winter. The news arrives following a late February story from Deadline's Editor-in-Chief of Film, Mike Fleming, Jr., which revealed the streamer was working on a $6M to $7M deal to acquire the title. He said the deal 'puts a different face on the recently completed Sundance fest, because that is a high amount for a documentary.' 'Selena y Los Dinos became so popular that when Sundance put it on its portal for industry to watch, the film had to be taken down so quickly because fervent fans were getting hold of clips and posting them,' he added. More from Deadline Netflix Unveils Premiere Date, First-Look Photos For Romance 'My Oxford Year' Starring Sofia Carson & Corey Mylchreest Everything We Know About 'Nobody Wants This' Season 2 So Far Lena Dunham's 'Too Much' Comedy Series Gets Netflix Premiere Date; First Look The project follows Quintanilla — the 'Queen of Tejano Music' — and her family band, Selena y Los Dinos, which rose from performing at quinceañeras to selling out stadium tours. The celebration of her life and legacy is chronicled through never-before-seen footage from the family's personal archive. The film premiered at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival, where it received the U.S. Documentary Special Jury Award for Archival Storytelling. The accolade was followed by Audience Awards at both SXSW and Miami Film Festivals. 'We are so excited to finally share that our documentary Selena y Los Dinos is coming to Netflix! Grateful to have a platform that helps bring Selena's story to fans around the world,' shared Quintanilla's sister, Suzette Quintanilla, who also executive produced the doc, in a statement to Deadline. Added director Castro, 'It is an absolute honor to partner with Netflix, who will bring Selena y Los Dinos to a worldwide audience. Selena's legacy is so meaningful and continues to inspire millions. As a filmmaker, I wanted to honor her extraordinary rise and enduring legacy, while also giving a window into her life behind the stage. Through personal archive and intimate interviews with her family, the film reveals new dimensions of her journey that have never been seen before. I am deeply grateful to her family for their trust and support throughout this journey, and I can't wait for a global audience to experience the magic, heart, and community that Selena gave to all of us.' At 23 years old, Selena Quintanilla's life was cut short in 1995, and her death deeply shook the Latino community. Her musical legacy remains extremely popular today. In addition to Suzette Quintanilla, their brother AB Quintanilla III, and Michele Anthony, executive produced Selena y Los Dinos. Polygram Entertainment, Amsi Entertainment, and Motto Pictures produced the title. Producers include Julie Goldman, Christopher Clements, J. Daniel Torres, David Blackman, and Simran Singh. Best of Deadline Everything We Know About The 'Hunger Games: Sunrise On The Reaping' Movie So Far TV Show Book Adaptations Arriving In 2025 So Far Book-To-Movie Adaptations Coming Out In 2025
