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how long will iron lung be in theaters

“Iron Lung” doesn’t have a fixed, publicly announced “end date” for its theatrical run, and how long it stays in theaters will depend heavily on demand in each location.

What we do know

  • The movie is scheduled to open in theaters on January 30, 2026, with Markiplier handling distribution directly with independent cinemas and other chains.
  • Early plans mention it starting in a relatively modest number of theaters and then expanding as more cinemas pick it up if interest stays strong.
  • The runtime of the film itself is about 2 hours and 7 minutes, which just tells you how long a single showing lasts, not the theatrical window.

So how long will it stay?

For a film like “Iron Lung” (indie, but with a big online fanbase), a typical pattern in 2026 might look like:

  1. A strong first 2–3 weeks where most showtimes are concentrated.
  2. Weeks 4–6 where it lingers in fewer showtimes or only in select theaters if it’s still drawing decent crowds.
  3. After roughly 6–8 weeks, many locations may drop it from regular screens unless demand is unusually high.

Because Markiplier is working directly with many independent theaters, some cinemas may keep it longer for special late shows, weekend-only runs, or fan events if tickets are selling well. That means the answer can vary a lot city by city.

What you should do to catch it

  • Check local theater sites or apps for showtimes starting January 30, 2026, and watch how far out they list screenings.
  • If your area doesn’t list it yet, some theaters are adding it later based on fan requests, so it’s worth asking your local cinema directly.
  • If you care about seeing it on the big screen, aim for opening weekend or the first two weeks; that’s when your chances are highest before showtimes get reduced.

In short: expect a run of roughly a few weeks in most places, possibly longer in select theaters if it performs well, but there is no single official “last day” nationwide.

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