# Mark Fischbach

> Mark Edward Fischbach, known worldwide as Markiplier, is an American YouTuber, filmmaker, and actor with over 38 million subscribers and 23 billion views. Starting with horror game Let's Plays in 2012, he has evolved into an independent filmmaker - his self-financed directorial debut Iron Lung (2026) grossed $51 million worldwide and earned a spot in the top 40 highest-grossing independent films of all time. He co-founded the Cloak clothing line, hosts the Distractible podcast, and has raised millions for charity, all while redefining what a content creator can be.

- **Role:** Creator, Director, and Co-founder at Cloak
- **Organizations:** Cloak (co-founder), Red Giant Entertainment (board member, 2014), William Morris Endeavor (2016), United Talent Agency (2023)
- **From:** Honolulu, Hawaii, USA
- **Nationality:** American
- **Education:** High School Diploma, Milford High School, Biomedical Engineering (did not complete - left two semesters before graduation), University of Cincinnati
- **Known for:** 38.6 million YouTube subscribers and 23.4 billion total views (as of February 2026), Iron Lung (2026) grossed $51 million worldwide - top 40 highest-grossing independent films of all time, Forbes third-highest-paid content creator in 2022

## Career timeline

- **2007** — Graduated Milford High School; enrolled in biomedical engineering at University of Cincinnati
- **2012** — Launched YouTube channel 'Markiplier' on March 6; dropped out of college; began Let's Plays of Amnesia: The Dark Descent; first year: 94,000 subscribers
- **2014** — Forced to rebuild channel due to AdSense issues; uploaded first Five Nights at Freddy's video (August 13) - now 127M+ views; joined Red Giant Entertainment board
- **2015** — Reached 10 million subscribers; co-hosted South by Southwest Gaming Awards; appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live!
- **2016** — Signed with William Morris Endeavor talent agency
- **2017** — Launched 'You're Welcome Tour' (31 shows, US and Europe); won Golden Joystick Award for Best Streamer/Broadcaster; raised ~$3 million for charity (Forbes)
- **2018** — Included in Forbes 30 Under 30; raised $490,000+ for Cancer Research Institute via charity calendar; co-founded Cloak clothing line with Jacksepticeye; reached 20 million subscribers
- **2019** — Released A Heist with Markiplier (YouTube Original, 31 possible endings); launched The Edge of Sleep podcast; co-created Unus Annus channel with Ethan Nestor
- **2020** — Unus Annus channel permanently deleted after one year as planned (4.56M subscribers at deletion); won Oliver R. Grace Award from Cancer Research Institute
- **2021** — Distractible podcast (with Wade Barnes and Bob Muyskens) reached No. 1 on Spotify and Apple Podcasts
- **2022** — Released In Space with Markiplier (YouTube Original, Emmy-nominated); launched OnlyFans with proceeds to Cincinnati Children's Hospital and World Food Programme; Forbes third-highest-paid content creator
- **2023** — Announced Iron Lung film adaptation; signed with United Talent Agency; launched Go! My Favorite Sports Team podcast
- **2025** — Married Amy Nelson (September 20); The Edge of Sleep premiered on Amazon Prime Video
- **2026** — Iron Lung released in 4,161 theaters internationally (January 30); grossed $51M worldwide; attended 98th Academy Awards; announced Iron Lung digital release on YouTube at Cannes

## Achievements

- 38.6 million YouTube subscribers and 23.4 billion total views (as of February 2026)
- Iron Lung (2026) grossed $51 million worldwide - top 40 highest-grossing independent films of all time
- Forbes third-highest-paid content creator in 2022
- Forbes 30 Under 30 (2018)
- 4 Streamy Awards
- Golden Joystick Award for Best Streamer/Broadcaster (2017)
- Oliver R. Grace Award from Cancer Research Institute (2020)
- Children's and Family Emmy nomination for In Space with Markiplier (2022)
- Raised approximately $3 million for charity
- Unus Annus channel reached 4.56 million subscribers before planned permanent deletion
- Distractible podcast reached No. 1 on Spotify and Apple Podcasts
- First YouTuber to self-finance and direct a feature film opening in 4,000+ theaters internationally

## Latest updates

- **2026-05** — Announced Iron Lung digital release on YouTube Movies & TV as paid exclusive on May 31, 2026, following announcement at Cannes Film Festival
- **2026-05** — Iron Lung crossed $51 million worldwide, entering top 40 highest-grossing independent films of all time
- **2026-01** — Iron Lung released in 4,161 theaters internationally on January 30, grossing $13 million in opening week
- **2026-01** — Attended 98th Academy Awards
- **2025-10** — Announced marriage to Amy Nelson (ceremony held September 20, 2025)
- **2025-12** — Mother Sunok Frank published memoir 'Markiplier From North Korea'

## Links

- Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/markiplier
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@markiplier
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markiplier/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/markiplier/

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Last updated: 2026-05-19