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Markiplier’s ‘Iron Lung’ Sets Independent Home Release as Global Gross Tops $34 Million

Fueled by fan requests after a microbudget start, the creator‑funded release expanded nationwide before a sharp second‑week drop.

Overview

  • Mark Fischbach said on a livestream the film will exit theaters within about a week as work proceeds on a fully independent home release on DVD, Blu‑ray and digital purchase.
  • Worldwide grosses are reported in the mid‑$30 million range against a roughly $3 million budget, delivering about a 10–11x return.
  • After a strong debut, the second weekend fell roughly 63–66% to about $6–6.7 million, a front‑loaded pattern noted during Super Bowl weekend and severe weather.
  • The rollout grew from a plan of about 50 theaters to thousands after fans asked exhibitors to book the movie, giving the indie title broad national reach.
  • Audience approval remains high (around 88–89%) versus more mixed critical scores (about 59%) on aggregators.