Forget magazine covers. First Lady Melania Trump is about to hit the big screen in theaters.
According to Variety, Amazon paid a whopping $40 million for the rights to the documentary about the First Lady.
The film will be directed by Brett Ratner, and will stream on Prime Video after it plays in theaters at multiple locations, both in the U.S. and internationally.
Amazon MGM Studios made the surprise announcement on X Thursday:
Amazon MGM Studios will release “MELANIA” exclusively in theaters on Friday, January 30 in the U.S. and select territories overseas.
MELANIA offers unprecedented access to the 20 days leading up to the 2025 Presidential Inauguration — through the eyes of the First Lady-elect herself.
Step inside Melania Trump’s world as she orchestrates inauguration plans, navigates the complexities of the White House transition, and reenters public life with her family. With exclusive footage capturing critical meetings, private conversations, and never-before-seen environments, MELANIA showcases Mrs. Trump’s return to one of the world’s most powerful roles.
Amazon MGM Studios will release “MELANIA” exclusively in theaters on Friday, January 30 in the U.S. and select territories overseas.
MELANIA offers unprecedented access to the 20 days leading up to the 2025 Presidential Inauguration — through the eyes of the First Lady-elect… pic.twitter.com/LMTq90vfrH
— Amazon MGM Studios (@AmazonMGMStudio) October 9, 2025
“Melania,” the Melania Trump documentary from director Brett Ratner, will open exclusively in theaters on Jan. 30, 2026.
Amazon shelled out a reported $40 million for the rights to the film, a staggering payday for a documentary.https://t.co/2pa2NoJptz
— Variety (@Variety) October 9, 2025
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