Key takeaways
- Melania, which is in theaters now, has grossed more than $7 million in its opening weekend.
- The film takes a look at the 20 days before the 2025 presidential inauguration.
- Brett Ratner directed Melania, and also produced the film alongside Fernando Sulichin, Marc Beckman, and Melania Trump.
- Melania has delivered the largest documentary opening in the past 10 years (excluding music and concert films).
Melania, a new film from Amazon MGM Studios now playing in theaters, provides an intimate look at one of the most closely watched transitions of power in recent history. It offers exclusive behind-the-scenes access to First Lady Melania Trump during the critical weeks before the 2025 presidential inauguration. The film has also delivered the largest documentary opening in the past 10 years (excluding music and concert films).
President Donald Trump joined the First Lady at the world premiere on Thursday, January 29, in Washington, D.C.
Watch the trailer, and find out more about the film, which is now available to watch in theaters and has grossed more than $7 million in its opening weekend.
What is ‘Melania’ about?
Photo by Muse FilmsThe film chronicles the 20 days leading up to the 2025 presidential inauguration, capturing Mrs. Trump as she orchestrates inauguration plans, navigates the complexities of the White House transition, and moves her family back to the nation’s capital.
With exclusive footage of critical meetings, private conversations, and never-before-seen environments, Melania showcases Mrs. Trump’s return to one of the world’s most powerful roles. The film provides a rare glimpse into the personal and professional challenges of preparing to serve as First Lady.
“History is set in motion during the 20 days of my life prior to the U.S. presidential inauguration,” said First Lady Melania Trump. “For the first time, global audiences are invited into theaters to witness this pivotal chapter unfold—a private, unfiltered look as I navigate family, business, and philanthropy on my remarkable journey to becoming First Lady of the United States of America.”
What makes this movie unique?
Photo by Regine MahauxMelania was filmed in real time during the transition period. This approach captures the immediacy and pressure of preparing for one of the most scrutinized roles in American public life.
The film provides access to spaces and moments typically closed to cameras, offering viewers an unprecedented perspective on the logistical, personal, and ceremonial preparations required before an inauguration.
When and where can I watch ‘Melania’?
The film debuted exclusively in theaters on January 30, giving audiences a cinematic experience of this historic moment. You can buy tickets now.
Melania grossed $7.04 million from 1,778 theaters in North America for its opening three-day weekend estimate. The film received an A CinemaScore and stands with a 99% Audience Score from Rotten Tomatoes.
“We’re very encouraged by the strong start and positive audience response, with early box office for Melania exceeding our expectations,” said Kevin Wilson, Amazon MGM Studios’ Head of Domestic Theatrical Distribution. “This momentum is an important first step in what we see as a longtail life cycle for both the film and the forthcoming docuseries, extending well beyond the theatrical window and into what we believe will be a significant run for both on our service. We are confident in the long-term value this rollout will deliver to customers both in theaters, and for years to come on Prime Video.”
Melania, from Amazon MGM Studios in association with Muse Films, New Element Media, and Ratpac Entertainment, is directed by Brett Ratner. Ratner also produced alongside Fernando Sulichin, Marc Beckman, and Melania Trump.
What is available to watch on Prime Video?
You can watch plenty of other films on Prime Video like Judy Blume Forever, Good Night Oppy, and Lucy and Desi.
Prime Video is a first-stop entertainment destination offering customers a vast collection of premium programming in one app available across thousands of devices. Prime members can customize their viewing experience and find their favorite movies, series, and live sports—including Amazon MGM Studios–produced series and movies; licensed fan favorites; and programming from Prime Video add-on subscriptions such as Apple TV, HBO Max, Crunchyroll, and MGM+. All customers, regardless of whether they have a Prime membership or not, can rent or buy titles via the Prime Video Store, and can enjoy even more content for free with ads.
This story has been updated to reflect its opening-weekend box office performance.
