Ozzy Osbourne’s First Movie Is An Awesome ’80s Horror Flick You Might Not Have Heard Of

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As an ardent admirer of Ozzy Osbourne for decades, I can’t help but express my shock and sorrow over his passing at the age of 76 on July 22, 2025. The world has indeed lost a titan, one of the most impactful figures in heavy metal history, but more than that, we’ve also lost an entertainer who graced our screens with hilarious and unforgettable appearances, often playing himself, in numerous films and TV shows, such as “Little Nicky” and “Austin Powers in Goldmember.

In tribute to one of my beloved rock legends, I’d like to delve into the movie that marked Ozzy Osbourne’s acting debut, which happened way back in 1986. This movie was tailor-made for the Prince of Darkness, blending the divine realm of rock ‘n roll with the chilling depths of cinematic horror, and if you ask me, it’s one of the most underrated horror flicks out there, especially for those who embrace the dark side. The film, known as Trick or Treat, is what I’m referring to.

Trick Or Treat Is The Ultimate Horror Film For Metalheads

Different from the 2007 horror movie anthology “Trick ‘r Treat”, the film “Trick or Treat” is directed by Charles Martin Smith (known as Terry the Toad in “American Graffiti”) and features Marc Price as Eddie Weinbauer, a heavy metal-loving teenager distraught over the death of his idol, Sammi Curr. After obtaining an unreleased copy of the rocker’s final album, Eddie learns he can bring Sammi back from the dead by playing it backward. However, his decision to do so leads him to regret it when he finds out that Sammi’s spirit harbors sinister intentions.

I recently discovered my long-neglected desire to watch the ’80s film “Trick or Treat” following Ozzy’s death, as I learned he was in it. Wishing I had watched it sooner, I found myself captivated by its mix of music passion, Fields’ captivating yet eerie performance, and a soundtrack that has me hooked on repeat. Although not the scariest movie I’ve seen, “Trick or Treat” provides non-stop entertainment from start to finish. Set in October, it makes a great addition to your Halloween movie collection but can be enjoyed year-round, particularly by fans of artists like Ozzy Osbourne. On that note…

You’ll Never Guess Who Ozzy Osbourne Plays

In the movie, Trick or Treat, there’s an early nod to Ozzy Osbourne through a quick glimpse of his poster on Eddie’s wall during the opening credits and a scene where Sammi Curr imitates one of Osbourne’s famous acts by biting a snake’s head, much like how Osbourne did with a bat. However, contrary to his wild image at the time, Ozzy’s later, special appearance in the film is quite tamed compared to what people might expect.

On an evening talk show, Ozzy Osbourne makes an appearance, surprisingly portraying Reverend Aaron Gilstrom, a vehement protestor of heavy metal who is also an evangelist. Frankly, I was quite taken aback by his performance, not just because it was his debut in acting. It’s quite extraordinary to witness the man known as the “Prince of Darkness” express such fervent disapproval for the music genre he helped create, but he certainly delivers his character convincingly.

The Movie Also Stars Another Rock Legend

Apart from Ozzy Osbourne, there’s another accomplished musician in the movie, Trick or Treat. This role is played by Gene Simmons, a renowned figure in heavy metal music (and a former reality TV star), who delivers an impressive acting performance as well.

In my viewpoint, Nuke, similar to Osbourne in terms of screen time, plays a crucial role in the narrative. He’s a local radio jockey and Eddie’s buddy who inadvertently sets off the chain of strange events by giving him the cursed record. On Halloween night, as per Sammi’s wish, Nuke intended to play the album, unbeknownst to Eddie that this was part of the rock star’s sinister plans – a nod to the chilling plot twist found in the underrated ’80s horror film, “Halloween III: Season of the Witch”.

I previously mentioned that for any horror enthusiast, streaming the movie “Trick or Treat” with the ScreamBox add-on on Amazon Prime is always an excellent choice. But given that we’re now paying tribute to the late, legendary Ozzy Osbourne, watching or rewatching this fantastic film becomes a very special event.

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2025-07-25 21:42