Melania Trump, former First Lady of the United States, is under fresh scrutiny ahead of the release of her documentary, set to hit select theaters worldwide on January 30, 2026. Appearing on Fox News’ The Five earlier this week, Melania spoke about her film, highlighting her philanthropy, family life, and preparations for her tenure in the White House.
However, the documentary has faced widespread criticism online, with reports suggesting a poor box office reception even before its premiere.
Stephen Colbert Slams Documentary
Late-night host Stephen Colbert targeted the documentary on The Late Show on Tuesday, noting that many screenings are showing a ‘zero tickets sold’ message.
“The new Melania documentary hits theaters on Friday,” Colbert said to audience boos. “Oh, no, no, it looks fantastic. It’s a real peek behind the curtain at a woman picking out curtains.”
He further shared a clip of Melania promoting the documentary on Fox & Friends, where she described the film as a showcase of her philanthropy, family, inauguration preparations, and work establishing the East Wing of the White House. Colbert jokingly responded:
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Amazon’s Massive Investment
Amazon MGM Studios reportedly purchased the documentary’s rights for $40 million and is investing an additional $35 million in a global marketing campaign. Colbert criticized this effort, claiming that despite the large expenditure, social media reports suggest that major city theaters have not sold a single seat, estimating that the film could earn just $1–2 million on its opening weekend.
When and Where to Watch
The documentary will have a limited theatrical rollout, opening in select cinemas worldwide on January 30, 2026. Amazon will handle distribution in the United States, with plans to release the film in additional international markets.
As for streaming, the documentary is widely expected to appear on Prime Video, though Amazon has not confirmed an official release date for the platform.
Public Reaction
The combination of pre-release criticism and Colbert’s satire has fueled debate on social media. Fans and critics alike are divided over whether the documentary will offer a meaningful look into Melania Trump’s life or simply serve as a lavish showcase, heavily marketed but lacking public interest.
