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Trump Hails 'Melania' as Premiere Set at Renamed Kennedy Center

A reported $40 million Amazon license positions a politically charged rollout built around Brett Ratner’s comeback.

Overview

  • President Donald Trump told reporters he has seen “pieces” of the film, called it “incredible,” and said Wayne Gretzky expressed interest in attending the premiere.
  • The documentary is slated to premiere Jan. 29 at the newly named Trump Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., with a limited theatrical release on Jan. 30 and a Prime Video debut to follow.
  • Melania chronicles the 20 days before the 2025 inauguration from the first lady’s perspective and is produced by her company, Muse Films, with Brett Ratner directing.
  • Industry outlets report Amazon MGM Studios licensed the film for about $40 million, with a companion multi-part docuseries also reported.
  • Ratner’s participation marks his first feature since 2017, when multiple women accused him of sexual misconduct, allegations he has denied.