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Investment In Films and Television Programs and Program Rights (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 3 Months Ended
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Jun. 30, 2017 | Jun. 30, 2016
Investment In Films And Television Programs and Program Rights [Abstract] |  |
Fair value film write-downs | $ 0.4 | $ 1.9

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