Net Loss Per Share - Summary of Basic Net Loss Per Common Share (Detail) (USD $) In Thousands, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2014	Mar. 31, 2013
Numerator for basic earnings per share:
Net loss	$ (3,164)	$ (5,783)
Denominator for basic earnings per share:
Weighted average shares	22,821	17,547
Effect of dilutive shares:
Restricted stock awards
Stock options
Dilutive potential common shares
Denominator for diluted earnings per share:
Adjusted weighted average shares	22,821	17,547
Basic loss per share attributable to Carmike stockholders	$ (0.14)	$ (0.33)
Diluted loss per share attributable to Carmike stockholders	$ (0.14)	$ (0.33)