Ozzy: No Escape From Now — Paramount+ to Premiere Definitive Two-Hour Documentary on the Prince of Darkness’s Final Years

Ozzy: No Escape From Now is a two-hour documentary film set to premiere on Paramount+ internationally on October 7, 2025. The film promises a revealing look at the final six years of the Black Sabbath icon’s life, a period marked by both personal struggles and creative resurgence.

Directed by BAFTA winner Tania Alexander, the documentary is produced in collaboration with the Osbourne family. It offers rare access to Ozzy’s private world, combining interviews with his wife Sharon and children Aimee, Kelly, and Jack, with reflections from colleagues and industry peers.

The narrative begins in February 2019 when Ozzy suffered a severe fall that forced the cancellation of his planned farewell tour. This incident proved to be a turning point—one that precipitated a downward spiral in health and mobility.

Following that fall, the documentary examines a succession of health challenges: corrective surgeries, chronic pain, and the gradual onset or worsening of health conditions, including the effects of Parkinson’s disease.

Despite these setbacks, Ozzy continued to record music. The documentary tracks the creation of his 2020 album Ordinary Man and 2022’s Patient Number 9. Those projects are shown as more than just musical releases—they were lifelines, creative outlets that kept his spirit alive.

Ozzy reflects on his declining health with striking honesty. One line from the trailer sums up his attitude: “I used to take pills for fun. Now I take them to stay alive.” It underscores how much has changed, and the gravity of his day-to-day condition.

The mental and emotional toll is also explored—in particular, Ozzy’s struggle with depression and doubts, especially after the loss of certain physical abilities and capping off a life of vigorous touring. The documentary does not shy away from showing these vulnerabilities.

In parallel, the documentary highlights Ozzy’s creative revival. Through music, moments in the studio, and interaction with family, there is a clear throughline of resilience. Making albums, recording, and preparing for live stage performances became acts of defiance against decline.

A defining moment captured in the film is the Back to Beginning concert on July 5, 2025, in Birmingham—this concert came just seventeen days before Ozzy’s death. It’s positioned as a symbolic farewell, one final time on stage with Black Sabbath.

His death on July 22, 2025, at age 76, following complications from his health conditions, casts a new light over the documentary. Though originally not intended as a posthumous piece, the film now also serves as a tribute to his life, legacy, and courage.

The trailer for Ozzy: No Escape From Now dropped September 17, 2025. It sets the tone—mixing sorrow, reflection, humor, and determination—as Ozzy and those close to him confront mortality but also celebrate life.

Musical luminaries also weigh in. Among those contributing to the documentary are Tony Iommi, Zakk Wylde, Duff McKagan, Slash, Robert Trujillo, James Hetfield, Maynard James Keenan, Billy Corgan, Tom Morello, and others. Their perspectives help frame Ozzy’s influence, impact, and the respect he commanded among peers.

Sharon Osbourne emerges as a central figure in the film—not just as Ozzy’s spouse, but as caregiver, advocate, and emotional anchor. She, along with their children, is shown supporting Ozzy through daily challenges and creative work.

The documentary also touches on Ozzy’s own regrets—most notably, he speaks of never properly saying goodbye to his fans. That is a theme the film seems determined to confront and provide closure for.

A noteworthy aspect of the project is how it handles Ozzy’s humor. Even amidst pain and decline, he is shown retaining wit, humor, and irrepressible character. It is that duality—rock star, human being—that lends the film its emotional weight.

As the premiere date nears, expectations are high. Fans and media alike anticipate Ozzy: No Escape From Now not just as another biopic, but as a raw, honest final chapter in Ozzy Osbourne’s storied life. It promises to be a film that honors, challenges, and inspires.