YouTuber Markiplier officially invited to 2026 Oscars after horror film success

YouTuber Markiplier is set to attend the 98th Academy Awards on March 15, 2026, after receiving an official invitation. Markiplier, whose real name is Mark Fischbach, shared the news on his Distractible podcast earlier this month. Even though he was not nominated or presenting an award this year, the invitation allows him to join the star-studded event as a guest.


Photos have also appeared online showing seating placards at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, with one card listing “Markiplier” alongside a headshot of the popular YouTuber. This confirms that he will be among the attendees at Hollywood’s biggest night for films. Markiplier fans are thrilled to see him attend the event, which honors the best films of the past year.

Markiplier’s invitation follows the success of his horror film Iron Lung

The invite comes after the recent release of Markiplier’s horror movie, Iron Lung, which was independently released on January 30, 2026. The film is based on the cult horror game of the same name and is considered Markiplier’s most ambitious filmmaking project so far. Because Iron Lung was released in 2026, it is not eligible for the current Oscars that honor films released in 2025. This means the movie could be considered for nominations at the 2027 Oscars instead.





Markiplier has long been one of YouTube’s most popular creators, with millions of subscribers across his channels. Over the years, he has expanded from gaming videos to larger projects like the interactive YouTube series A Heist with Markiplier and In Space with Markiplier. Iron Lung is his first full-length film project, which demonstrates his progress from a YouTube star to a movie maker.


Despite the fact that he is not competing for an award, the appearance of Markiplier at the Oscars is a big milestone for his career. This is because it demonstrates the fact that the creator of YouTube is recognized by the traditional film industry. The fans of the creator expect to see him at the event celebrating with other celebrities.


The career of Markiplier is an excellent example of how YouTubers can successfully diversify into the film industry. The recent appearance of the creator at the Oscars is a clear indicator of the fact that the creator of YouTube can make a significant mark on the platform despite the diversification.