'Melania' earns a surprising $7 million, the highest opening for a nonmusic documentary in a decade

Amazon reportedly paid an estimated $40 million to acquire "Melania" and spent an additional $35 million on marketing.

Where to Watch the Melania Documentary: 2026 Update

Learn where to watch the Melania documentary. Find release details, expected streaming platforms, and VPN options if it’s unavailable in your region.

Amazon’s Promotion of ‘Melania’ Has Critics Questioning Its Motives

The tech giant is spending $35 million to promote its film about the first lady, far more than is typical for documentaries.
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Amazon Releases First Look at Controversial Melania Trump Documentary

Amazon MGM Studios released the first visual from its upcoming documentary about the first lady. The studio also announced that Melania will land on Jan. 30, 2026, when it will premiere exclusively in theaters before streaming on Amazon Prime Video.