The Osbournes

The Osbournes

On MTV

2002–20054 seasons52 episodes30 min6.1 / 10

A chaotic, affectionate reality comedy built on the collision between a rock star's eccentric persona and genuine family bonds, sustained across 52 episodes of domestic hijinks.

The Osbournes is an American reality television program featuring the domestic life of heavy metal singer Ozzy Osbourne and his family. The series premiered on MTV on March 5, 2002, and in its first season, was cited as the most-viewed series ever on MTV. The final episode of the series aired March 21, 2005.

Where to watch

Questions people ask

  • Is The Osbournes sad? Barely. Less sad than 80% of series.

  • Is The Osbournes easy watching? Yes. More comforting than 79% of series.

  • Is The Osbournes violent? Barely. Less violent than 78% of series.

  • Is The Osbournes scary? Barely. Less frightening than 76% of series.

  • Does The Osbournes leave you hopeful? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

These describe how the series comes across across its whole run, compared with other well-known series. They are not a content list — nothing here was counted or checked episode by episode, so for age-suitability or specific content use a classification board or a dedicated content-warning service.

50/ 100

Cinnamon Score

How much this series gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.

Familiar shape, done well.

Rarity43

How unlike any other series this one feels

Surprise66

How much more it delivers than it promises

Love43

How much audiences actually like it

The highest scores in the catalogue →

Ensemble

Like The Osbournes

Nearest across the full emotional profile.

Same Mood as The Osbournes

Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.

Like The Osbournes, But Darker

Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.

Like The Osbournes, But Lighter

Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.

Like The Osbournes, But Less Popular

Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.

Share thisXBlueskyReddit