Markiplier, the popular YouTuber, announced that the film Iron Lung will stay in theaters for one more week. He also shared that he’s planning to release a physical copy of the movie, like a DVD or Blu-ray.
Iron Lung premiered on January 30, 2026, and was a big hit with audiences. It made approximately $21 million during its opening weekend, earning more than seven times its $3 million production budget.
Markiplier’s first movie, made independently with his own funding, started with limited screenings in a few US theaters but quickly expanded to play in major cinemas worldwide.
The unexpected success of the film Iron Lung has ignited a widespread discussion about the power of independent movies, especially compared to big-budget Hollywood productions. The film has been so popular, in fact, that the filmmakers are working to extend its run in theaters.
Markiplier’s Iron Lung coming to Blu-ray & DVD
During a livestream on February 3rd, the filmmaker announced that his movie would remain in theaters for one more week. This gives fans who missed opening weekend another opportunity to see it. Originally planned as a limited release, the film is now staying in cinemas for twice as long due to popular demand.
He also shared that Iron Lung will soon be available to buy on DVD and Blu-ray. Additionally, viewers will be able to rent or purchase the film online.
We’re actively working on making it available for you to watch at home. Translating everything will take some time and effort, and we have plans in motion to get it done. We’re also preparing it for release on DVD, Blu-ray, and digital platforms, so you’ll be able to buy or rent it. Everything is in the initial stages of development.
Markiplier announced that IRON LUNG will stay in theaters for one more week. He’s also working on making the film available to watch at home, both digitally and on DVD or Blu-ray. He says the plans for this release are currently being put into motion.
— Bloody Disgusting (@BDisgusting) February 4, 2026
He explained that the complete project is still being handled entirely by his team, who are responsible for both translating the film and releasing it on various platforms.
Markiplier’s personal film project, Iron Lung, unexpectedly became a huge success, attracting widespread attention and leading some to believe it could revolutionize filmmaking. The movie quickly rose to become one of the most popular in the US, even surpassing Disney films, a remarkable accomplishment that deeply moved Markiplier and inspired him to create more movies.
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2026-02-04 22:19