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Cable and Satellite Television Distribution Rights, Net (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified | 3 Months Ended |
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Mar. 31, 2014 | Mar. 31, 2013 | Dec. 31, 2013
Finite-lived and Indefinite-lived Intangible Assets by Major Class [Line Items] |  |  |
Cable and satellite television distribution rights | $ 5,569 |  | $ 5,544
Less accumulated amortization | 2,273 |  | 2,208
Amortization | 111 | 104 |
Cable and satellite television distribution rights |  |  |
Finite-lived and Indefinite-lived Intangible Assets by Major Class [Line Items] |  |  |
Cable and satellite television distribution rights | 2,335 |  | 2,324
Less accumulated amortization | (1,749) |  | (1,700)
Cable and satellite television distribution rights, net | 586 |  | 624
Amortization | $ 47 | $ 42 |

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