Spin-Off of Scripps Networks Interactive, Inc - Narrative (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Spin Off of Company [Abstract]
Payment of prior years' tax refund claims		$ 0.4	$ 7.1
Tax deductions resulting from exercise of share-based compensation awards	$ 14.3	$ 17.8	$ 5.8
SNI options outstanding, held by employees	0.4

The number of shares reserved for issuance under stock option agreements awarded under the plan that validly exist and are outstanding as of the balance sheet date, including vested options.

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