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.