The Osbournes Want to Believe
Osbournes evaluate paranormal clips in reality series
About The Osbournes Want to Believe
Released: 2020
Platform: Max
Rating: TV-MA
Run time: 2 Seasons Available (28 Episodes)
Cast
Jack Osbourne, Ozzy Osbourne, Sharon Osbourne
The Osbournes Want to Believe (2020)
About The Osbournes Want to Believe
"The Osbournes Want to Believe" is a television series that premiered in 2020 on the Travel Channel. It introduced viewers to the unexpected side of the first family of darkness. In the show, Jack Osbourne (the son) shares video clips of alleged paranormal activity with his parents to see if he can convince them of the existence of the supernatural. The series thus creates a mixture of comedy, surrealism, and wonder as Sharon and Ozzy Osbourne critique and question the evidence presented.
Making / Production
Produced by the Osbournes along with Surnow's company, Mom's Basement, and Vibrant Motion Pictures, the series had a unique premise that turned the familiar 'reaction' video format into a full-length television series. Fun antics and intriguing conversations resulted as the family reviewed and engaged with the various clips. The series was shot with remote production methods due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Actors
- Jack Osbourne - As the host, Jack takes his role seriously, attempting to convince his parents of the supernatural. He shows enthusiasm and commitment throughout the series.
- Sharon Osbourne - Skeptical yet open-minded, Sharon plays the amusing mother who loves to argue with her son about the existence of ghosts.
- Ozzy Osbourne - An iconic musician, Ozzy provides a humorous perspective, expressing his dubiousness about each paranormal event in his unique style.
Trivia / Interesting Facts
- "The Osbournes Want to Believe" is not the first television series for the family; they also starred in the reality series "The Osbournes" on MTV.
- The series was shot at the Osbournes' home during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Despite their macabre image, both Ozzy and Sharon have claimed they don't truly believe in ghosts, but are open to the possibility.
Awards
As of now, "The Osbournes Want to Believe" has not won any awards.
Quotes
- “People think I'm a goddamn nutcase.” - Ozzy Osbourne
- “Oh my darling, I don't believe in that but you know, entertain me.” - Sharon Osbourne to Jack about the evidence of paranormal activity.
Music, Soundtrack
The series does not have a distinct soundtrack but it does include classic spooky sounds that add to the eerie fun as the Osbournes review the alleged paranormal activities.
About The Osbournes Want to Believe
The Osbournes Want to Believe showcases Ozzy, Sharon and Jack Osbourne reacting to paranormal videos in a comedy-infused, spooky setting.