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Film and Television Costs (Narrative)(Details) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2015 USD ($)
Amortization of completed film and television production expected to be amortized during the next fiscal year | $ 1,500
Expected amortization percentage of released and unamortized film and television costs | 87.00%
Remaining unamortized costs of acquired film and television libraries | $ 449
Expected amortization percentage of unamortized film and television library costs during the next three fiscal years | 49.00%
NBCUniversal Media LLC [Member] |
Amortization of completed film and television production expected to be amortized during the next fiscal year | $ 1,500
Expected amortization percentage of released and unamortized film and television costs | 87.00%
Remaining unamortized costs of acquired film and television libraries | $ 449
Expected amortization percentage of unamortized film and television library costs during the next three fiscal years | 49.00%

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