Mar 12 • 23:00 UTC 🇺🇸 USA Fox News

'Melania' documentary tops Amazon Prime movie charts after streaming debut

The 'Melania' documentary about Melania Trump reached the top of Amazon Prime's streaming charts shortly after its release.

The newly released documentary titled "Melania," focusing on the life of First Lady Melania Trump for 20 days leading up to her husband Donald Trump's second term, has quickly become a sensation on Amazon Prime. Premiering earlier this week, the film debuted at the top of the streaming charts and has retained its high viewership, being recognized as the most-streamed content in the United States just a day after its release according to Flix Patrol data. The success of the documentary has been highlighted by Melania Trump herself through a celebratory post on X.

The documentary's opening was remarkably successful, grossing over $7 million, marking the highest opening for a documentary in over ten years. As of now, it stands as the third most-streamed title overall on Amazon Prime, positioned behind the new series "Scarpetta" and the film "Young Sherlock." Such a strong debut illustrates a significant interest in Melania Trump's story and her role as First Lady, likely sparking conversations and further analysis within both media circles and the public domain.

In addition to its chart-topping performance, the documentary has garnered attention for its audience reception, recording a high 99 percent audience score despite allegations of tampering with ratings. This polarizing nature could indicate not only the divided opinions surrounding the Trump family but also a unique cultural intersection between politics and media that continues to engage viewers. As the documentary remains in the spotlight, it brings forth larger discussions about biographical portrayals of public figures and the impact of celebrity culture on political narratives.

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