Overview
- Iron Lung has earned roughly $46–47 million worldwide on a reported $3 million budget and remains in theaters after an extended run.
- Originally slated for a microrelease in about 60 venues, the film expanded to thousands of screens through direct bookings and fan outreach, including more than 3,000 in North America.
- Markiplier says he is preparing independent home options with digital purchase/rental and DVD/Blu-ray, though no streaming or physical release dates are announced.
- Critical response is moderate, with a Rotten Tomatoes score around 59–61%, while audience scores are strong.
- Markiplier calls the box-office performance a “win for YouTubers,” signals a short break before his next project, and notes he may direct without starring in future films.