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Program Rights and Obligations (Expected Amortization of Owned and Licensed Program Rights) (Details) $ in Thousands | Dec. 31, 2025 USD ($)
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Predominantly Monetized Individually |
2026 | $ 21,597
2027 | 20,885
2028 | 1,776
Predominantly Monetized as a Group |
2026 | 312,315
2027 | 169,671
2028 | 79,637
Predominantly Monetized as a Group |
2026 | 374,771
2027 | 198,632
2028 | $ 111,254

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