These 5 Ozzy Osbourne movies should definitely top your watchlist if you are a fan of the late metal icon

Ozzy Osbourne died on July 22, 2025, at age 76. The English singer and songwriter is known as the lead vocalist of the heavy metal band Black Sabbath. However, Osbourne was fired from the band in 1979 because of his alcohol addiction.

However, he continued to work as a singer and songwriter as a solo artist. Throughout his career, Osbourne sold around 100 million albums both as a band member and solo artist. Besides that, he also appeared in several films. Here is a list of five such films in which Osbourne had acted.

Disclaimer: This article reflects the writer's opinion.

5 Ozzy Osbourne movies that you should not miss

1) Trick or Treat (1986)

Ozzy Osbourne portrayed Rev. Aaron Gilstrom in this 1986 slasher film. It centers on a teenage outcast whose favorite rock artist's ghost begins haunting him, becoming the story's central element. Osbourne's character, the reverend, has a significant presence in the film. The movie is available on platforms like Cineverse and Screambox.

2) Little Nicky (2000)

Little Nicky is a dark comedy film starring Adam Sandler as the son of Satan and an angel. He is tasked with bringing Satan's two brothers back from hell. Osbourne appears as himself in the film, whom Nicky summons to bite off the head of Adrian, who is in bat form. This scene clearly references the 1982 incident when Osbourne bit off a Dove's head. The film is available on Netflix.

3) Austin Powers in Goldmember (2002)

Austin Powers in Goldmember is the third and final film in the series. The movie features cameos from several celebrities, including Osbourne. Other stars who appear in the film include Tom Cruise, Gwyneth Paltrow, John Travolta, and Steven Spielberg. Ozzy's wife Sharon, daughter Kelly, and son Jack also appear in a scene that pays tribute to their show The Osbournes. It is available on HBO Max and Amazon Prime Video.

4) Ghostbusters (2019)

Ghostbusters, also known as Ghostbusters: Answer the Call, is a reboot of the 1984 film of the same name. It is also the third installment in the franchise, centering on four women who work as ghost catchers in New York City. Osbourne plays himself in one of the scenes. He was one of many celebrities making guest appearances in the film. It is currently available to stream on Prime Video.

5) The Decline of Western Civilization Part II: The Metal Years (1988)

The Decline of Western Civilization Part II: The Metal Years is a 1988 documentary film. It focuses on the heavy metal scene in Los Angeles during the late 1980s. Since Ozzy Osbourne was part of that scene, he appeared in the documentary to discuss how the combination of drugs and alcohol contributed to Black Sabbath's rise.

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