Concert Film Details Confirmed for Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath’s Back to the Beginning Farewell Show at Villa Park
Metal history was made on July 5th, 2025, when Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath returned to where it all began for one final, thunderous bow. Now, just days after the unforgettable event, details have been confirmed for the official concert film that will immortalize the momentous Back to the Beginning farewell show—held at Villa Park in Birmingham.
The feature-length film, titled Back to the Beginning: Ozzy’s Final Bow, is slated for a global theatrical release in early 2026. It promises to be a powerful tribute to the band that defined heavy metal and to the hometown that gave birth to the genre.
The farewell concert was a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Tickets sold out almost instantly, with over 40,000 fans securing their place inside Villa Park within minutes of going on sale. It wasn’t just a concert—it was a pilgrimage. Fans traveled from all corners of the globe to witness the final chapter of Sabbath’s live legacy, as Ozzy Osbourne took his last bow in the city where it all started more than five decades ago.
For those unable to attend in person, the event was live-streamed worldwide for £24.99. According to organizers, the stream was a massive success, with a staggering 5.8 million fans watching the show live at its peak. The global broadcast turned the concert into a truly communal event, as headbangers across time zones united in celebration—and farewell.
But Back to the Beginning was more than a musical milestone; it was a monumental act of charity. With proceeds from both the in-person and virtual audiences, the event raised nearly $200 million for charitable causes. Beneficiaries include Birmingham Children’s Hospital, Acorn Children’s Hospice, and Cure Parkinson’s—causes close to Ozzy and the band’s hearts. According to Billboard, this figure makes it the most successful charity concert in music history.
The upcoming film will capture every electrifying moment from the epic setlist, including classics like “Iron Man,” “War Pigs,” “Children of the Grave,” and a powerful closing rendition of “Paranoid.” But it won’t just be about the music. Ozzy’s Final Bow will offer exclusive behind-the-scenes footage, personal interviews, emotional goodbyes, and reflections from Ozzy, fellow bandmates, guest performers, and family members.
Directed by a team of acclaimed filmmakers with full access to the event, the film aims to be a definitive document of the final live performance of one of rock’s most influential figures.
“This was more than a show—it was a thank you,” said Ozzy during the concert. “To Birmingham, to my bandmates, and to every single fan who made this wild journey possible.”
As anticipation builds for the theatrical release, one thing is certain: Back to the Beginning is not just the end of an era, but the beginning of a legacy carved in stone.
