Overview
- The film launched on approximately 4,164 screens worldwide, including about 3,000 in the U.S., after exhibitors responded to organized fan demand.
- Early commercial signs include roughly $6 million in presales and $3.5 million from Thursday previews, with North American opening projections around $9–10 million.
- Audience reaction is highly positive with a Rotten Tomatoes score reported around 92–93%, while critics offer mixed reviews citing strong atmosphere but issues with pacing and editing.
- Mark Fischbach self-financed, wrote, directed, edited, starred in, and self-distributed the adaptation of David Szymanski’s 2022 indie game, keeping costs reportedly under $3 million.
- In the U.K., distribution sources said Iron Lung led Friday ticket sales, underscoring the title’s fan-driven momentum across multiple markets.