Programming and Other Inventory (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Jun. 30, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Programming and Other Inventory Details [Abstract]
Program rights	$ 959	$ 1,389
Television programming:
Released (including acquired libraries)	784	781
In process and other	111	128
Theatrical programming:
Released	14	25
In process and other	67	60
Publishing, primarily finished goods	58	57
Other	1	1
Total programming and other inventory	1,994	2,441
Less current portion	449	859
Total noncurrent programming and other inventory	$ 1,545	$ 1,582

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Carrying amount (lower of cost or market) as of the balance sheet date of inventories less all valuation and other allowances. Excludes noncurrent inventory balances (expected to remain on hand past one year or one operating cycle, if longer).

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The amount of direct negative costs incurred in the production of a theatrical film, as well as allocations of production overhead and capitalized interest. Examples of direct negative costs include costs of story and scenario; compensation of cast, directors, producers, extras, and miscellaneous staff; costs of set construction and operations, wardrobe, and accessories; costs of sound synchronization; rental facilities on location; and postproduction costs such as music, special effects, and editing.

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