The Edge of Sleep is one of those gripping thrillers that will keep you glued to your screen. But, if you’re a fan of thrillers, then you probably have heard about it already.
This series is based on the podcast of the same name that saw a huge success. It’s an absorbing, spooky story that tells about a night watchman named Dave Torres.
Imagine a world where if you sleep, you die. That’s the premise of The Edge of Sleep. Dave Torres finds himself in a global crisis where everyone who falls asleep mysteriously dies.
The original podcast was written by Jake Emanuel and Willie Block, produced by QCode, and has also been turned into a novel. But, do you know who’s the voice behind Dave Torres in the podcast or who plays the character in the series?
That’s none other than Markiplier, a YouTube sensation known for his high-energy gaming videos. In this article, we’ll look into who Markiplier is and some more details on this YouTuber behind the original podcast.
Markiplier from The Edge of Sleep
The real name of Markiplier is Mark Fischbach. He is one of the most popular YouTubers in the gaming community. He has over 37 million subscribers as of October 2024. He plays through games, generally with a focus on indie horror titles.
If you’re a fan of games like Amnesia: The Dark Descent or Five Nights at Freddy’s, you’ve probably already come across his content. But, what’s cool about Markiplier is that he’s not just a gamer, he’s also an actor, filmmaker, and a podcast star, all thanks to The Edge of Sleep.
Markiplier has been trying out different forms of entertainment for a while now. After he made a name for himself on YouTube, he began trying out various projects.
He did live tours and even had his own YouTube Original series like A Heist with Markiplier. His love for storytelling and acting made the Amazon Prime Video series The Edge of Sleep happen.
Who exactly is Markiplier?
Let’s take a step back and get to know the man behind the name. Markiplier was born Mark Edward Fischbach on June 28, 1989. He started his YouTube journey in 2012. It wasn’t an easy path as he had to face several personal challenges. He suffered health issues as well as financial struggles.
But, he had a strong will to make something out of his passion for comedy and gaming. He launched his channel, initially, to do sketch comedy. But, he soon found his niche in gaming videos. His popularity touched the sky, especially with his funny as well as terrifying playthroughs of horror games.
In 2022, Forbes named Markiplier the third highest-earning content creator on YouTube. He’s also racked up four Streamy Awards and even snagged a Golden Joystick Award for Best Streamer/Broadcaster. This makes him one of the top gamers who can spook, entertain, and win big all at once.
Markiplier is known for his fun commentary and goofy humor. Fans love his ability to make even the most nerve-wracking games interesting to watch. But, beyond gaming, Markiplier has always had an interest in traditional entertainment.
He even started a clothing line called Cloak with fellow YouTuber Jacksepticeye. He worked on podcasts that were on top in the Spotify charts. Thus, he is always looking for new ways to entertain his audience.
What makes Markiplier such a popular figure isn’t just his content, but it is his genuine connection with his audience. With his jokes, personal stories, or when he is playing a spooky game, he makes sure his fans feel like they’re watching a friend.
Also read- The Edge of Sleep: Release details, plot cast and more about thriller series on Prime Video
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