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$75m “Melania” documentary projected to make $1m in first week

Rob Beschizza
Jan 29, 2026
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Early ticket sales were a warning, and early screenings are now sounding the alarm about tomorrow’s general release of Melania, the documentary about America’s first lady. It’s projected to make just $1m in its first week, reports The New Republic, having cost $75m to make and market.

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