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Cable and Satellite Television Distribution Rights, Net (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended
	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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