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Markiplier’s Iron Lung Clears $31 Million After Steep Second-Weekend Slide

Fueled by a grassroots rollout, the self-financed release has already turned a profit on a reported microbudget.

Overview

  • Iron Lung earned an estimated $6.25 million in its second weekend for a third-place finish, according to industry estimates reported Sunday.
  • The 10-day domestic total stands at roughly $31.2 million, exceeding its reported $3–4 million production cost and confirming a profitable run.
  • Weekend grosses fell about two-thirds from opening, reflecting a front-loaded turnout that aligns with projections of a sharp second-week drop.
  • During its first week, the film sold an estimated 1.9 million tickets in North America, outpacing Send Help on admissions despite lower average ticket prices.
  • A fan-driven campaign prompted exhibitors to book the film on thousands of screens, with international receipts reported around $3–3.6 million so far.