Following the success of her memoir, Melania Trump is now taking her story to the big screen. On December 17, 2025, the First Lady unveiled the first trailer for her biographical film, MELANIA, directed by Brett Ratner. The film, which reportedly fetched a staggering $40 million deal from Amazon, is scheduled for a theatrical release on January 30, 2026.
"20 Days to Become First Lady"
The trailer, which premiered on Fox & Friends, adopts a high-budget Hollywood aesthetic. It focuses on the 20-day transition period leading up to the 2025 inauguration, featuring dramatic shots of Mar-a-Lago, Trump Tower, and the U.S. Capitol.
Key moments in the trailer include:
- The "Golden Bathroom" Call: Melania is shown taking a call from Donald Trump in a gilded bathroom. When he asks if she watched his latest appearance, she coolly replies, "I did not. I will see it on the news."
- Design & Gowns: Close-up shots of her strapless inaugural gown and official portrait sessions.
- The "Peacemaker" Dialogue: Melania describes her husband as a "peacemaker and unifier" while the screen flashes the tagline: "Witness History in the Making."
MELANIA, the film, exclusively in theaters worldwide on January 30th, 2026. pic.twitter.com/n2kloQ4JwW
— MELANIA TRUMP (@MELANIATRUMP) December 17, 2025
Internet Reacts: "Fake Blockbuster" and Horror Movie Jokes
Despite the high production value, the reaction on platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and Reddit has been overwhelmingly satirical. Critics and netizens were quick to mock the trailer’s overly dramatic tone, with many labeling it a "fake blockbuster" that feels disconnected from the everyday concerns of Americans.
- "The Blair Witch Sequel": One viral post joked, "Oh cool, I didn't realize they were making a Blair Witch Project sequel," referencing the noir-style lighting in certain scenes.
- "Scariest Movie of the Year": Another user commented, "This will go down in history as one of the scariest horror movies of all time."
- Language Jests: Some trolled the production, suggesting that "even with the best editors in Hollywood, they still couldn't make her speak English."
Amazon’s $40 Million Gamble
While the internet laughs, the financial stakes are high. Amazon’s Prime Video reportedly paid $40 million for the streaming rights following its theatrical run. The film aims to offer "unprecedented access" to her life, but early sentiment suggests it may face an uphill battle at the box office if the "theatrics" don't resonate with the public.
