Markiplier's debut film, Iron Lung, has made a significant splash at the global box office, earning $21.5 million during its opening weekend. The film, a low-budget horror inspired by the popular video game of the same name, saw a domestic earning of $17.8 million. With a modest production budget of $3 million, Iron Lung is already proving to be a highly profitable venture. Markiplier, known for his massive YouTube following with over 38 million subscribers, openly celebrated this achievement despite finding himself in second place behind the film Send Help. The project demonstrates the rising trend of YouTubers venturing into filmmaking, signaling potential opportunities for other creators in the industry. Meanwhile, the success of Iron Lung comes in the wake of its related video game, which gained notoriety following the Titan submersible incident in mid-2023.

How successful is Markiplier's Iron Lung at the box office?

Iron Lung has earned $21.5 million globally in its opening weekend, with $17.8 million from domestic theaters, making it a substantial success considering its $3 million production budget.

Iron Lung, the video game that inspired the film, was released in 2022 and quickly gained attention for its atmospheric horror and unique gameplay mechanics. The indie game was developed by David Szymanski and became a cult hit, largely due to Markiplier's Let's Plays that attracted a vast audience. Following the tragic Titan submersible incident, Iron Lung saw an unexpected surge in interest and sales, highlighting the game’s impactful narrative and unsettling themes.