YouTube Star Markiplier’s Self-Financed Horror Movie ‘Iron Lung’ to Hit Theaters in January

VarietyFriday, December 5, 2025 at 3:00:00 PM
YouTube Star Markiplier’s Self-Financed Horror Movie ‘Iron Lung’ to Hit Theaters in January
  • Markiplier, the popular YouTube creator known as Mark Fischbach, is set to release his feature-film directorial debut, a horror sci-fi movie titled 'Iron Lung,' in theaters in late January 2026 after more than two years of development. Markiplier has taken on multiple roles in the project, including producer, writer, director, editor, and star.
  • This development marks a significant milestone for Markiplier, showcasing his transition from digital content creation to traditional filmmaking. It highlights his ambition and ability to finance and produce a feature film independently, potentially influencing other content creators to explore similar ventures.
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