Spin-Off of Scripps Networks Interactive, Inc - Narrative (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2014	Mar. 31, 2013
Spin Off of Company [Abstract]
Spin-Off of Company, Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Tax Deduction from Exercise of Stock Options	$ 6.1	$ 3.5
SNI options held by employees	0.2

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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