Updated Feb. 11, 2026, 2:58 p.m. ET
A new movie, written and directed by Cincinnati native and YouTube sensation Mark “Markiplier” Fischbach, landed in theaters late last month.
Markiplier’s directorial debut, “Iron Lung,” which premiered Jan. 30, has made total of $35.2 million worldwide at the box office since its first weekend. According to Forbes, “Iron Lung” is one of the biggest successes of the year, as the film recouped 11 times its budget of $3 million.
“Iron Lung” was also No. 2 at the box office during its opening weekend, falling behind Sam Raimi’s horror comedy “Send Help” and topping the new Melania Trump documentary.
Markiplier’s self-funded project, which stars the YouTuber, was only slated to be in theaters Jan. 30-Feb. 1. However, Markiplier announced Feb. 3 that “Iron Lung” would get an extended release.
How long will “Iron Lung” be in theaters? How soon will the film be available on streaming and digital? Here’s what we know so far.
What is ‘Iron Lung’ about?
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“Iron Lung” is a science fiction horror film based on David Szymanski’s 2022 video game of the same name. The film, set in a post-apocalyptic future, follows a convict named Simon (Markiplier), who uses a submarine called the “Iron Lung” to explore a blood ocean on a desolate moon in search of missing stars and planets, per IMDB.
When will ‘Iron Lung’ hit streaming?
An official streaming release date has yet to be announced. However, Forbes reports the film will likely be available on streaming “sooner than later” since it was only supposed to receive a limited theatrical run.
Markiplier stated in a February YouTube video that he is “still getting the wheels turning” for a digital release.
“I have some plays in the way, but as far as getting it ready and packaged up for a home release with DVD and Blu-Ray and stuff like that and having it be purchasable digitally or rentable, that is all being worked,” he stated.
How long will ‘Iron Lung’ be in theaters?
Thanks to high demand, “Iron Lung” will continue to air in theaters, Markiplier announced Feb. 3. Although it’s unclear how long it will remain in theaters, Forbes writes the film will likely not be out for long.
Games Radar, a site dedicated to games and movies, adds that “Iron Lung” will likely conclude its theatrical run “sometime around Valentine’s Day weekend,” but that has yet to be confirmed.
‘Iron Lung’ cast
- Mark “Markiplier” Fischbach as Simon.
- Caroline Kaplan as Ava.
- Troy Baker as David.
- Elsie Lovelock as SM-8 Research Lead.
- Elle LaMont as SM-8 Research Assistant.
- Isaac McKee as Young Simon.
- Dave Pettitt as the Father.
- Seán McLoughlin as Jack.
- Holt Boggs as Eden Soldier.
How much money has ‘Iron Lung’ made?
“Iron Lung” had made $35.2 million worldwide at the box office, as of Wednesday, Feb. 11.
Does ‘Iron Lung’ have a post-credit scene?
“Iron Lung” does not have any post-credit scenes, Just Jared reports.
How long is ‘Iron Lung’?
The run time for “Iron Lung” is 2 hours and 5 minutes, per IMDb.
Where to get ‘Iron Lung’ tickets in Greater Cincinnati
Those in Greater Cincinnati can catch “Iron Lung” at the following theaters, according to Fandango:
- AMC Newport on the Levee: 4100, 1 Levy Way, Newport.
- Esquire 6 Theatre: 320 Ludlow Ave., Clifton.
- Cinemark Oakley Station and XD: 3025 Disney St., Oakley.
- Regal Wilder: 103 Crossing Drive, Wilder.
- AMC Dine-In Anderson Towne Center 9: 7490 Beechmont Ave., Anderson Township.
- Cinemark Western Hills 14: 5870 Harrison Ave., Green Township.
- Kenwood Theatre: 5901 E. Galbraith Road, Suite 200, Sycamore Township.
- Cinemark Florence 14 and XD: 7860 Mall Road, Florence.
- RJ Cinema Eastgate: 4450 Eastgate South Drive, Suite 100, Eastgate.
- Pierce Point Cinema: 1255 Ohio Pike, Amelia.
- Showcase Cinema de Lux Springdale 18: 12064 Springfield Pike, Springdale.
- Cinemark Milford 16: 500 Rivers Edge Drive, Milford.
date: 2026-02-12 08:22:00