Archive · 27 Jan 2026
Melania Trump Documentary Debuts in Theaters
A new movie about Melania Trump, the First Lady, is coming out in theaters.
The movie is called 'Melania' and shows her life and relationship with her husband, President Donald Trump.
The movie company, Amazon, paid a lot of money to make and promote it.
The movie is about the 20 days before President Trump's second inauguration.
Some people think it will do well, but others are not so sure.
The movie will also be shown on Amazon's streaming service later.
Melania Trump hosted a special showing of the movie at the White House with her friends and family.
The movie shows what Melania was doing behind the scenes during this important time.
The documentary 'Melania' about First Lady Melania Trump is set to debut in theaters on January 30, 2026.
Projections for opening weekend ticket sales range from $1 million to $5 million, indicating a modest start.
Amazon's MGM Studios acquired the film rights for $40 million and is spending an additional $35 million on marketing.
The film focuses on the 20 days leading up to President Trump's second inauguration and offers an intimate look at the Trumps' relationship.
Melania Trump hosted an exclusive screening of the documentary at the White House on January 25, 2026, describing it as a 'historic moment.'
- Who
- Melania Trump, President Donald Trump, Amazon.com Inc., MGM Studios, Brett Ratner
- What
- The debut of a documentary film about Melania Trump
- When
- January 30, 2026
- Where
- Theaters in 27 territories, including the United States
- Why
- To provide an intimate look at the relationship between Melania Trump and President Donald Trump, and to capitalize on the interest in the first family
Supporters
Critics
Film's Success
Supporters
Supporters believe the film will do well due to the interest in the first family and Melania Trump's personal story.
Critics
Critics are skeptical about the film's box office performance, projecting modest opening weekend sales.
- Film Title
- Melania
- Production Company
- MGM Studios (Amazon.com Inc.)
- Purchase Price
- $40 million
- Marketing Budget
- $35 million
- Release Date
- January 30, 2026
- Projected Opening Weekend Sales
- $1 million to $5 million
- Number of Screens
- 1,500 screens in 27 territories
- Director
- Brett Ratner
- Film Length
- 1 hour and 44 minutes
- Exclusive Screening
- January 25, 2026, at the White House
