Trailer Debut Highlights Melania’s Capitol Entrance The debut trailer dropped on Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2025, opening with Melania Trump walking through the U.S. Capitol rotunda just before Donald Trump’s second inauguration. Voice‑over lines such as “Here we go again” and “Everyone wants to know, so here it is” set a personal tone, and the clip ends with a phone call where she says “Mr. President” and he asks, “Did you watch it?” [1][2]

Film Covers Twenty Days Before Jan. 20, 2025 Inauguration The documentary, titled MELANIA, runs 104 minutes and promises an unprecedented behind‑the‑scenes look at the 20 days leading up to the Jan. 20, 2025 inauguration. It focuses on Melania’s public and private preparations, offering footage not previously seen by the public. [1][2]

Worldwide Theatrical Release Set for Jan. 30, 2026 Amazon MGM Studios secured exclusive licensing rights for both theatrical and streaming distribution with a reported $40 million payment. The film will open in theaters worldwide on Jan. 30, 2026 and later become available on Amazon Prime Video under the same deal. [1][2]

Brett Ratner Returns to Direct Amid Past Allegations The project marks director Brett Ratner’s first feature since the 2017 #MeToo‑era sexual‑misconduct allegations, which his lawyer has denied. Ratner, known for Rush Hour and X‑Men: The Last Stand, leads the production, adding a controversial but high‑profile name to the documentary’s profile. [2]