Stock-Based Compensation (Narrative) (Details) (USD $) In Millions, except Share data, unless otherwise specified |
9 Months Ended |
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Sep. 30, 2011 | |
| Total unrecognized compensation cost related to unvested Liberty equity awards | $ 69 |
| Weighted average period of recognition related to unvested Liberty equity awards (in years) | 3.0 |
Starz Entertainment Employees [Member] |
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| Options granted | 496,000 |
| Weighted average grant-date fair value of options | $ 21.36 |
| Weighted average period of recognition related to unvested Liberty equity awards (in years) | 4 |
Common Class A [Member] | Segment, Liberty Starz [Member] |
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| Options granted | 496,000 |
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- Definition As of the balance sheet date, the aggregate unrecognized cost of equity-based awards made to employees under equity-based compensation awards that have yet to vest. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition The weighted average period over which unrecognized compensation is expected to be recognized for equity-based compensation plans, using a decimal to express in number of years. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition Net number of share options (or share units) granted during the period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition The weighted average grant-date fair value of options granted during the reporting period as calculated by applying the disclosed option pricing methodology. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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