Markiplier's 'Iron Lung' Film Adaptation Unexpectedly Tops Box Office
Markiplier's directorial debut, "Iron Lung," a film adaptation of the video game, unexpectedly topped the box office, according to multiple news sources. The film, a claustrophobic sci-fi horror tale, marks the YouTube celebrity's first theatrical feature.
The movie's success came as John Lithgow defended his role in the upcoming "Harry Potter" HBO series, finding it "ironic" given the controversy surrounding J.K. Rowling's views on transgender issues and the series' themes of acceptance, according to Variety. Lithgow emphasized the inclusive nature of the new adaptation and the talented team behind it, noting Rowling's limited involvement.
Dennis Harvey, a film critic for Variety, noted that while "Iron Lung" flatters Markiplier's directing and acting skills, the tale itself "wears thin."
In other news, Netflix announced its February 2026 lineup, which includes the 10th season of "Love Is Blind" (Feb. 11) and part 2 of "Bridgerton's" fourth season (Feb. 26), according to Time. The streaming service also added classic romantic comedies such as "The American President," "You've Got Mail," "Letters to Juliet," and "Crazy Stupid Love" on Feb. 1.
Meanwhile, the passing of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk in September 2025 continued to reverberate. Kirk, who founded Turning Point USA, aimed to reach college-aged kids he believed were being indoctrinated by liberal universities, according to Vox. His efforts were thorough, and his death sparked an outpouring of grief among conservatives.
In music news, M83's sophomore album, "Dead Cities, Red Seas & Lost Ghosts," released before their shift to 80s-inspired pop, is a French take on post-rock, drawing inspiration from bands like Mogwai and Godspeed You! Black Emperor, creating a liminal and uncanny atmosphere through layers of sound, according to The Verge.
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