Melania, a new documentary centered on Melania Trump is set to release in theatres on January 30, 2026. The film is set to give a rare and personal look into the now First Lady’s life during the days leading up to the 2025 US presidential inauguration. The documentary runs for 1 hour and 44 minutes and focuses on the 20-day period before Donald Trump took the oath of office for the second time, becoming the 47th President of the United States.

Exclusive White House screening ahead of release

Ahead of its theatrical debut, Melania Trump hosted an exclusive screening of the documentary at the White House on January 25. Sharing a photo from the event on social media, Melania described the occasion as a “historic moment.”

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The image showed the 55-year-old First Lady standing at a podium in front of a large gathering. In her message, she said she was deeply humbled to be surrounded by friends, family, and cultural figures who supported the film and its message.

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For the first time, the documentary tells the story of a presidential inauguration from Melania Trump’s perspective. Instead of focusing on Donald Trump’s political return, the film explains what Melania was doing behind the scenes during this high-pressure period.

The documentary shows her attending meetings, managing family life, handling business commitments, and continuing her philanthropic work, all while preparing to step back into the role of First Lady. It also captures moments such as her preparations for the inauguration, including choosing what to wear for the historic event.

Trailer and official synopsis

The trailer offers glimpses of Melania managing the complexities of the White House transition and relocating her family back to Washington, DC. Viewers see her actively involved in planning and decision-making while maintaining her private life.

According to the official synopsis, the film invites audiences to step inside Melania Trump’s world, featuring exclusive footage of critical meetings, private conversations, and never-before-seen settings. The documentary promises an intimate look at her return to one of the most powerful roles in the world.

Director, producers and budget details

The film is directed by Brett Ratner, who also produced the project alongside Melania Trump, Fernando Sulichin, and Marc Beckman. The documentary was made on an estimated budget of $35 million.

Ratner has described Melania Trump as a very private person, noting that this is the first time she has allowed such close access to her personal and professional life. The documentary will later be available for streaming on Prime Video, though the digital release date has not yet been announced.