Equity in the Income of Investees included in Segment Operating Results (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	3 Months Ended		6 Months Ended
	Apr. 03, 2021	Mar. 28, 2020	Apr. 03, 2021	Mar. 28, 2020
Schedule of Equity Method Investments
Equity in the income of investees	$ 213	$ 135	$ 437	$ 359
Amortization of Intangible Assets Held by Equity Investees	(4)	(8)	(7)	(16)
Disney Media and Entertainment Distribution
Schedule of Equity Method Investments
Equity in the income of investees	226	149	461	384
Disney Parks, Experiences and Products
Schedule of Equity Method Investments
Equity in the income of investees	(9)	(6)	(17)	(9)
Total Segments
Schedule of Equity Method Investments
Equity in the income of investees	$ 217	$ 143	$ 444	$ 375