Melania
2026PG-131h 44mDocumentary

Melania

Offering unprecedented access to the 20 days leading up to the 2025 Presidential Inauguration — through the eyes of the First Lady-elect herself — ste...

3.5

IMDb

Director

Brett Ratner

Release

Jan 30, 2026

Quick Verdict

Highly recommended for 2026.

Plot Summary

Offering unprecedented access to the 20 days leading up to the 2025 Presidential Inauguration — through the eyes of the First Lady-elect herself — step inside Melania Trump's world as she orchestrates inauguration plans, navigates the complexities of the White House transition, and reenters public life with her family. With exclusive footage capturing critical meetings, private conversations, and never-before-seen environments, Mrs. Trump returns to one of the world's most powerful roles.

What Works

  • Solid entry in the documentary catalog
  • Stunning cinematography and production design that demands a large screen
  • A compelling lead performance that anchors the entire narrative

What Doesn't

  • Pacing issues in the second act hinder the momentum
  • May feel overly familiar to long-time fans of the genre

35

Score

Cast & Production

Cast

Melania TrumpSelf
Donald TrumpSelf
Barron TrumpSelf
Hervé PierreSelf
Queen Rania of JordanSelf
Brigitte MacronSelf
Peter SohnSelf
Adam LippesSelf
Aiko MizutoriSelf
David MonnSelf