The BBC has postponed the broadcast of its highly anticipated documentary Ozzy Osbourne: Coming Home, which was originally scheduled to air on 18 August. The decision was made at the last minute in order to respect the wishes of the Osbourne family following the rock legend’s recent death at the age of 76. A new broadcast date has yet to be confirmed.
Reason for the Postponement
In a statement, the BBC expressed its condolences, saying: “Our sympathies are with the Osbourne family at this difficult time. We are respecting the family’s wishes to wait a bit longer before airing this very special film.” The program was replaced in the schedule by an episode of Fake Or Fortune?.
About the Documentary
The film was originally conceived as a 10-part series titled Home to Roost, documenting Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne’s move back to Buckinghamshire. As Ozzy’s health declined, the project was reshaped into a single, hour-long documentary covering his final years. It includes his return to the UK, his farewell concert in July, and his passing later that month. The BBC has described it as a “moving and inspirational account of the last chapter of Ozzy’s life,” featuring intimate access to Sharon, Jack, and Kelly Osbourne.
Timing Concerns
The decision to delay comes amid sensitivities surrounding the timing of the broadcast. The documentary had been scheduled less than a month after Osbourne’s death and only weeks after his family’s emotional public appearance in Birmingham on the eve of his funeral. The postponement allows for additional distance before sharing the intimate account with audiences.
While fans will have to wait longer to see Ozzy Osbourne: Coming Home, the delay underscores the BBC’s effort to prioritize the Osbourne family’s wishes during a period of mourning. The rescheduled premiere is expected to offer a deeply personal look at the final years of the heavy metal icon, honoring his legacy with the sensitivity it deserves.
