World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) 10-K 24 Feb 14 2013 FY Annual report Financial data

Document_and_Entity_Informatio

Document and Entity Information (USD $)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Jun. 30, 2013	Feb. 24, 2014	Feb. 24, 2014
			Common Class A [Member]	Common Class B [Member]
Entity Registrant Name	'WORLD WRESTLING ENTERTAINMENTINC	'	'	'
Entity Central Index Key	'0001091907	'	'	'
Current Fiscal Year End Date	'--12-31	'	'	'
Entity Filer Category	'Accelerated Filer	'	'	'
Trading Symbol	'wwe	'	'	'
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding	'	'	31,349,734	43,797,830
Document Type	'10-K	'	'	'
Amendment Flag	'false	'	'	'
Document Period End Date	31-Dec-13	'	'	'
Document Fiscal Period Focus	'FY	'	'	'
Document Fiscal Year Focus	'2013	'	'	'
Entity Well-known Seasoned Issuer	'No	'	'	'
Entity Voluntary Filers	'No	'	'	'
Entity Current Reporting Status	'Yes	'	'	'
Entity Public Float	'	$310,139,554	'	'

Consolidated_Income_Statements

Consolidated Income Statements (USD $)	3 Months Ended								12 Months Ended
In Thousands, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Sep. 30, 2013	Jun. 30, 2013	Mar. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Sep. 30, 2012	Jun. 30, 2012	Mar. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Net revenues	$118,395	$113,292	$152,282	$124,001	$115,100	$104,197	$141,648	$123,068	$507,970	$484,013	$483,921
Cost of revenues (including amortization and impairments of feature film and television production assets of $26,070, $8,799 and $39,742, respectively)	80,360	70,947	96,855	74,866	69,166	61,406	85,484	68,397	323,028	284,453	315,183
Selling, general and administrative expenses	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	154,582	136,341	116,739
Depreciation and amortization	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	24,469	20,024	14,980
Operating income	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	5,891	43,195	37,019
Investment income, net	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	1,426	2,190	2,054
Interest expense	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	-1,746	-1,704	-623
Other expense, net	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	-968	-997	-1,569
Income before income taxes	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	4,603	42,684	36,881
Provision for income taxes	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	1,839	11,252	12,049
Net income	($7,891)	$2,439	$5,182	$3,034	$631	$3,527	$11,943	$15,331	$2,764	$31,432	$24,832
Earnings per share:	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Earnings Per Share, Basic	($0.11)	$0.03	$0.07	$0.04	$0.01	$0.05	$0.16	$0.21	$0.04	$0.42	$0.33
Earnings Per Share, Diluted	($0.10)	$0.03	$0.07	$0.04	$0.01	$0.05	$0.16	$0.20	$0.04	$0.42	$0.33
Weighted average common shares outstanding:	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Basic (in shares)	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	74,939	74,595	74,212
Diluted (in shares)	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	75,379	74,981	74,858

Consolidated_Income_Statements1

Consolidated Income Statements [Parenthetical] (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Income Statement Parenthetical Abstract	'	'	'
Amortization and impairments of feature film production assets	$26,070	$8,799	$39,742
Earnings Per Share, Diluted	$0.04	$0.42	$0.33

Consolidated_Statements_of_Com

Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (USD $)	3 Months Ended								12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Sep. 30, 2013	Jun. 30, 2013	Mar. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Sep. 30, 2012	Jun. 30, 2012	Mar. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Net income	($7,891)	$2,439	$5,182	$3,034	$631	$3,527	$11,943	$15,331	$2,764	$31,432	$24,832
Foreign currency translation adjustment	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	-141	156	-42
Unrealized holding gain/(loss) - available-for-sale securities (net of tax (benefit)/expense of $(232), $450 and $152, respectively)	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	-377	734	248
Reclassification adjustment for gains realized in net income - available-for-sale securities (net of tax expense of $0, $75, and $54, respectively)	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	-1	-121	-88
Total other comprehensive (loss) income	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	-519	769	118
Comprehensive income	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	$2,245	$32,201	$24,950

Consolidated_Statements_of_Com1

Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Parethetical) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Statement of Other Comprehensive Income (Parenthetical) [Abstract]	'	'	'
Unrealized holding gain, net of tax	($232)	$450	$152
Reclassification adjustment for gains realized in net income	$0	$75	$54

Consolidated_Balance_Sheets

Consolidated Balance Sheets (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
ASSETS	'	'
Cash and cash equivalents	$32,911	$66,048
Short-term investments, net	76,476	86,326
Accounts receivable (net of allowance for doubtful accounts and returns of $9,344 and $14,691, respectively)	59,552	50,716
Inventory	2,874	1,770
Deferred income taxes	12,237	14,403
Prepaid expenses and other current assets	16,147	15,269
Total current assets	200,197	234,532
PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT, NET	133,480	102,162
FEATURE FILM PRODUCTION ASSETS, NET	16,018	23,691
TELEVISION PRODUCTION ASSETS, NET	10,772	6,331
INVESTMENT SECURITIES	8,299	5,220
OTHER ASSETS	9,696	9,447
TOTAL ASSETS	378,462	381,383
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY	'	'
Current portion of long-term debt	4,251	0
Accounts payable and accrued expenses	47,882	48,954
Deferred income	30,112	28,611
Total current liabilities	82,245	77,565
LONG-TERM DEBT	25,385	0
NON-CURRENT INCOME TAX LIABILITIES	4,884	9,092
STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY:	'	'
Additional paid-in capital	346,974	341,762
Accumulated other comprehensive income	3,512	4,031
Accumulated deficit	-85,289	-51,815
Total stockholdersb equity	265,948	294,726
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERSb EQUITY	378,462	381,383
Common Class A [Member]	'	'
STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY:	'	'
Common stock	313	293
Common Class B [Member]	'	'
STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY:	'	'
Common stock	$438	$455

Consolidated_Balance_Sheets_Pa

Consolidated Balance Sheets [Parenthetical] (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
In Thousands, except Share data, unless otherwise specified
Allowance for doubtful accounts receivable (in dollars)	$9,344	$14,691
Common stock, par value (in dollars per share)	$0.01	$0.01
Common Class A [Member]	'	'
Common stock, shares authorized	180,000,000	180,000,000
Common stock, shares issued	31,302,790	29,253,665
Common stock, shares outstanding	31,302,790	29,253,665
Common Class B [Member]	'	'
Common stock, par value (in dollars per share)	$0.01	$0.01
Common stock, shares authorized	60,000,000	60,000,000
Common stock, shares issued	43,797,830	45,500,830
Common stock, shares outstanding	43,797,830	45,500,830

Consolidated_Statements_of_Sto

Consolidated Statements of Stockholer's Equity and Comprehensive Income (USD $)	3 Months Ended		12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011	Dec. 31, 2010
Stockholders' Equity Attributable to Parent	$265,948	$294,726	$265,948	$294,726	$295,143	$316,748
Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax, Attributable to Parent	'	'	2,245	32,201	24,950	'
Net income	-7,891	631	2,764	31,432	24,832	'
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax, Portion Attributable to Parent	'	'	-519	769	118	'
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Foreign Currency Transaction and Translation Adjustment, Net of Tax	'	'	-141	156	-42	'
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Unrealized Holding Gain (Loss) on Securities Arising During Period, Net of Tax	'	'	-377	734	248	'
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Reclassification Adjustment for Sale of Securities Included in Net Income, Net of Tax	'	'	-1	-121	-88	'
Stock Issued During Period, Value, New Issues	'	'	-792	-130	-884	'
Adjustments to Additional Paid in Capital, Income Tax Benefit from Share-based Compensation	'	'	223	-588	-730	'
Dividends, Common Stock	'	'	-35,979	-35,815	-47,809	'
Adjustments to Additional Paid in Capital, Share-based Compensation, Requisite Service Period Recognition	'	'	5,525	3,915	2,868	'
Common Class A [Member]	'	'	'	'	'	'
Shares, Outstanding	31,303	29,254	31,303	29,254	28,255	27,516
Stockholders' Equity Attributable to Parent	313	293	313	293	283	275
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, New Issues	'	'	346	336	420	'
Stock Issued During Period, Value, New Issues	'	'	3	3	5	'
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, Conversion of Convertible Securities	'	'	1,703	663	319	'
Stock Issued During Period, Value, Conversion of Convertible Securities	'	'	17	7	3	'
Common Class B [Member]	'	'	'	'	'	'
Shares, Outstanding	43,798	45,501	43,798	45,501	46,164	46,483
Stockholders' Equity Attributable to Parent	438	455	438	455	462	465
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, New Issues	'	'	0	0	0	'
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, Conversion of Convertible Securities	'	'	-1,703	-663	-319	'
Stock Issued During Period, Value, Conversion of Convertible Securities	'	'	-17	-7	-3	'
Additional Paid-in Capital [Member]	'	'	'	'	'	'
Stockholders' Equity Attributable to Parent	346,974	341,762	346,974	341,762	338,414	336,592
Stock Issued During Period, Value, New Issues	'	'	-795	-133	-889	'
Adjustments to Additional Paid in Capital, Income Tax Benefit from Share-based Compensation	'	'	223	-588	-730	'
Dividends, Common Stock	'	'	259	154	573	'
Adjustments to Additional Paid in Capital, Share-based Compensation, Requisite Service Period Recognition	'	'	5,525	3,915	2,868	'
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Member]	'	'	'	'	'	'
Stockholders' Equity Attributable to Parent	3,512	4,031	3,512	4,031	3,262	3,144
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax, Portion Attributable to Parent	'	'	-519	769	118	'
Retained Earnings [Member]	'	'	'	'	'	'
Stockholders' Equity Attributable to Parent	-85,289	-51,815	-85,289	-51,815	-47,278	-23,728
Net income	'	'	'	31,432	24,832	'
Dividends, Common Stock	'	'	($36,238)	($35,969)	($48,382)	'

Consolidated_Statements_of_Cas

Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
OPERATING ACTIVITIES:	'	'	'
Net income	$2,764	$31,432	$24,832
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:	'	'	'
Amortization and impairments of feature film production assets	19,058	8,799	39,742
Amortization of television production assets	7,012	'	'
Depreciation and amortization	24,469	20,024	14,980
Amortization of bond premium	1,992	2,270	2,580
Amortization of debt issuance costs	503	614	205
Stock-based compensation	5,525	3,845	2,868
(Recovery from) provision for doubtful accounts	-6	2,483	-692
Services provided in exchange for equity instruments	-879	-439	0
(Gain) loss on disposal of property and equipment	-39	63	1,376
Provision for (benefit from) deferred income taxes	1,422	6,183	-6,424
Other non-cash adjustments	-131	-65	-126
Cash (used in)/provided by changes in operating assets and liabilities:	'	'	'
Accounts receivable	-8,972	4,560	-1,915
Inventory	-1,103	-112	429
Prepaid expenses and other assets	-2,113	-2,796	4,632
Feature film production assets	-9,128	-8,905	-7,097
Television production assets	-11,453	-6,080	-251
Accounts payable and accrued expenses	-6,668	2,507	-3,692
Deferred income	1,500	-1,332	-8,261
Net cash provided by operating activities	23,753	63,051	63,186
INVESTING ACTIVITIES:	'	'	'
Purchase of corporate aircraft and related improvements	-30,898	0	0
Purchases of other property and equipment and other assets	-25,032	-33,890	-27,956
Purchases of short-term investments	-37,071	-19,177	-47,904
Proceeds from sales and maturities of investments	44,318	45,191	45,148
Purchase of cost method investments	-2,200	-5,000	0
Proceeds from sales of property and equipment	39	0	0
Net cash used in investing activities	-50,844	-12,876	-30,712
FINANCING ACTIVITIES:	'	'	'
Proceeds from the issuance of note payable	31,032	0	0
Repayment of long-term debt	-1,396	-1,621	-1,169
Dividends paid	-35,979	-35,815	-47,809
Debt issuance costs	-675	0	-1,843
Issuance of stock, net	704	811	893
Excess tax benefits from stock-based payment arrangements	268	7	122
Net cash used in financing activities	-6,046	-36,618	-49,806
NET (DECREASE) INCREASE IN CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS	-33,137	13,557	-17,332
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS, BEGINNING OF PERIOD	66,048	52,491	69,823
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS, END OF PERIOD	32,911	66,048	52,491
SUPPLEMENTAL CASH FLOW INFORMATION:	'	'	'
Cash (received) paid for income taxes, net of refunds	-3,052	7,158	12,058
Cash paid for interest	984	815	410
Non-cash purchase of property and equipment	$1,700	$1,415	$5,302

Basis_of_Presentation_and_Busi

Basis of Presentation and Business Description	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements [Abstract]	'
Basis of Presentation and Business Description	'
	Basis of Presentation and Business Description
	The accompanying consolidated financial statements include the accounts of WWE. “WWE” refers to World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc. and its subsidiaries, unless the context otherwise requires. References to “we,” “us,” “our” and the “Company” refer to WWE and its subsidiaries. We are an integrated media and entertainment company, principally engaged in the development, production and marketing of television, pay-per-view event programming, live events, feature films, licensing of various WWE themed products and the sale of consumer products featuring our brands. Our operations are organized around four principal activities:
	Live and Televised Entertainment
	•	Revenues consist principally of ticket sales to live events, sales of merchandise at these live events, television rights fees, integrated sponsorships fees, and fees for viewing our pay-per-view and video-on-demand programming.
	Consumer Products
	•	Revenues consist principally of sales of WWE produced content via home entertainment (DVD/Blu-ray), magazine publishing and royalties or license fees related to various WWE themed products such as video games, toys and apparel.
	Digital Media
	•	Revenues consist principally of advertising sales on our websites, rights fees received for digital content, sale of merchandise on our website through our WWEShop internet storefront and sales of various broadband and mobile content.
	WWE Studios
	•	Revenues consist of amounts earned from the distribution of filmed entertainment.
	Within the Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows from operating activities, certain prior year amounts were reclassified to conform to the current period presentation.

Summary_of_Signficant_Accounti

Summary of Signficant Accounting Policies	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Summary of Significant Accounting Policies [Abstract]	'
Significant Accounting Policies [Text Block]	'
	Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
	Use of Estimates — The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America requires our management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosures of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenue and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
	Basis of Consolidation — The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of WWE and all of its domestic and foreign subsidiaries. All intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation.
	Cash and Cash Equivalents — Cash and cash equivalents include cash on deposit in overnight deposit accounts and investments in money market accounts with maturities of three months or less at the time of purchase.
	Investment Securities, Net — We classify all of our investments as available-for-sale securities. Such investments consist primarily of municipal bonds, including pre-refunded municipal bonds, and corporate bonds. All of these investments are stated at fair value, with unrealized gains and losses on such securities reflected, net of tax, as other comprehensive income (loss) in stockholders’ equity. Realized gains and losses on investments are included in earnings and are derived using the specific identification method for determining the cost of securities sold.
	Accounts Receivable, Net — Accounts receivable relate principally to amounts due to us from pay-per-view providers and television networks for pay-per-view presentations and television programming, respectively, and balances due from the sale of home videos and magazines. We estimate the collectability of our receivables and establish allowances for the amount of accounts receivable that we estimate to be uncollectible. We base these allowances on our historical collection experience, the length of time our accounts receivable are outstanding and the financial condition of individual customers. An individual balance is charged
	2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (continued)
	to the allowance when all collection efforts have been exhausted and it is deemed likely to be uncollectible, taking into consideration the financial condition of the customer and other factors.
	Inventory — Inventory consists of merchandise sold on our website, merchandise sold at live events and DVDs/Blu-rays, which are sold via a distributor to retailers. Substantially all of our inventory is comprised of finished goods. Inventory is stated at the lower of cost (first-in, first-out basis) or market. The valuation of our inventories requires management to make market estimates assessing the quantities and the prices at which we believe the inventory can be sold.
	Property and Equipment, Net — Property and equipment are stated at historical cost net of benefits associated with tax incentives less accumulated depreciation and amortization. Depreciation and amortization is computed on a straight-line basis over the estimated useful lives of the assets or, when applicable, the life of the lease, whichever is shorter. Vehicles and equipment are depreciated based on estimated useful lives varying from three to five years. Buildings and related improvements are depreciated based on estimated useful lives varying from five to thirty-nine years. Our corporate aircraft is depreciated over ten years on a straight-line basis less an estimated residual value. In 2013, we purchased a new corporate aircraft which we refurbished and placed into service in February 2014. It is being depreciated in the same manner as our previous corporate aircraft.
	Feature Film Production Assets, Net — Feature film production assets are recorded at the cost of production, including production overhead and net of production incentives. The costs for an individual film are amortized in the proportion that revenues bear to management’s estimates of the ultimate revenue expected to be recognized from exploitation, exhibition or sale. Unamortized feature film production assets are evaluated for impairment each reporting period. We review and revise estimates of ultimate revenue and participation costs at each reporting period to reflect the most current information available. If estimates for a film’s ultimate revenue are revised and indicate a significant decline in a film’s profitability or if events or circumstances change that indicate we should assess whether the fair value of a film is less than its unamortized film costs, we calculate the film's estimated fair value using a discounted cash flows model. If fair value is less than the unamortized cost, the film is written down. Impairment charges are recorded as an increase in amortization expense included in cost of revenues in the consolidated income statements.
	Our estimate of ultimate revenues for feature films includes revenues from all sources for ten years from the date of a film’s initial release. We estimate the ultimate revenues based on industry and Company specific trends, the historical performance of similar films, the star power of the lead actors, and the genre of the film. Prior to the release of a feature film and throughout its life, we revise our estimates of revenues based on expected future results, actual results and other known factors affecting the various distribution markets. The most sensitive factor affecting our estimates of ultimate revenue for our feature films is home video sales. Home video sales fluctuate based on a variety of factors, including audience demand for our titles, the volume and quality of competing home video products, marketing and promotional strategies, as well as general economic conditions.
	Television Production Assets, Net — Television production assets consist of several episodic television series we have produced for distribution, either on our recently announced WWE Network or through other distribution platforms. Amounts capitalized include development costs, production costs, post-production costs and related production or post-production overhead. Costs to produce live event programming are expensed when the event is first broadcast. Unamortized television production assets are evaluated for impairment each reporting period. If conditions indicate a potential impairment, and the estimated future cash flows are not sufficient to recover the unamortized asset, the asset is written down to fair value. In addition, if we determine that a program will not likely air, we will write-off the remaining unamortized asset.
	Valuation of Long-Lived Assets — We periodically evaluate the carrying amount of long-lived assets when events and circumstances warrant such a review.
	Income Taxes — Deferred tax liabilities and assets are recognized for the expected future tax consequences of events that have been reflected in the consolidated financial statements. Amounts are determined based on the differences between the book and tax bases of particular assets and liabilities and operating loss carry forwards, using tax rates in effect for the years in which the differences are expected to reverse. A valuation allowance is provided to offset deferred tax assets if, based upon the available
	2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (continued)
	evidence, including consideration of tax planning strategies, it is more-likely-than-not that some or all of the deferred tax assets will not be realized.
	We use a two-step approach to recognizing and measuring uncertain tax positions. The first step is to evaluate tax positions taken or expected to be taken in a tax return by assessing whether they are more likely than not sustainable, based solely on their technical merits, upon examination, and including resolution of any related appeals or litigation process. The second step is to measure the associated tax benefit of each position, as the largest amount that we believe is more likely than not realizable. Differences between the amount of tax benefits taken or expected to be taken in our income tax returns and the amount of tax benefits recognized in our financial statements represent our unrecognized income tax benefits, which we record as a liability. Our policy is to include interest and penalties related to unrecognized income tax benefits as a component of income tax expense.
	Revenue Recognition — Revenues are generally recognized when products are shipped or as services are performed. However, due to the nature of several of our business lines, there are additional steps in the revenue recognition process, as described below.
	•	Pay-per-view programming:
	Revenues from our pay-per-view programming are recorded when the event is aired and are based upon our initial estimate of the number of buys achieved. This initial estimate is based on preliminary buy information received from our pay-per-view distributors. Final reconciliation of the pay-per-view buys generally occurs within one year and any subsequent adjustments to the buys are recognized in the period new information is received.
	•	Sponsorships:
	Through our sponsorship packages, we offer advertisers a full range of our promotional vehicles, including online and print advertising, on-air announcements and special appearances by our Superstars. We allocate revenue to all deliverables contained within a sponsorship arrangement based upon their relative selling price. In most instances, we determine relative selling price used for allocating revenue to a specific deliverable using vendor specific objective evidence ("VSOE"). VSOE is the selling price that a vendor charges when it sells similar products or services on a stand-alone basis. After allocating revenue to each deliverable, we recognize revenue from our sponsorship arrangements when each element is delivered.
	•	Licensing:
	Revenues from our licensed products are recognized upon receipt of reports from the individual licensees that detail the royalties generated by related product sales. If we receive licensing advances, such payments are recorded as deferred revenue and are recognized as income when earned.
	•	Home entertainment:
	Revenues from the sales of home video titles are recorded net of an allowance for estimated returns, at the later of delivery by our distributor to retailers, or the date that these products are made widely available for sale by retailers. The allowance for estimated returns is based on historical information, current industry trends and demand for our titles.
	•	Magazine publishing:
	Publishing newsstand revenues are recorded when the magazine is shipped, net of an allowance for estimated returns. We estimate the allowance for newsstand returns based upon our review of historical return rates and the expected performance of our current titles in relation to prior issue return rates.
	•	TV rights:
	Rights fees received from distributors of our television programming, both domestically and internationally, are recorded when the program has been delivered to the distributor and is available for exhibition. Our typical distribution agreement is between one and five years in length and frequently provides for contractual increases over its term. Expenses incurred in the production of our weekly television programming are expensed when the programming is first available for exhibition.
	2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (continued)
	•	Films:
	Revenue recognition for our feature films varies depending on the method of distribution and the extent of control the Company exercises over the distribution and related expenses. We exercise significant control over our self-distributed films and as a result, we record distribution revenue and related expenses on a gross basis in our financial statements. Third-party distribution partners control the distribution and marketing of our licensed films, and as a result, we recognize revenue on a net basis after the third-party distributor recoups distribution fees and expenses and results have been reported to us. This typically occurs in periods subsequent to the initial release of the film. Revenues generated from our films through the various distribution channels, including home video, video-on-demand and television are recognized consistent with the policies described above.
	Film and Television Production Incentives — The Company has access to various governmental programs that are designed to promote film and television production within the United States and certain international jurisdictions. Tax credits earned with respect to expenditures on qualifying film, television and other production activities, including qualifying capital projects, are included as an offset to the related asset or as an offset to production expenses when we have reasonable assurance regarding the realizable amount of the tax credits.
	Advertising Expense — Advertising costs are expensed as incurred, except for costs related to the development of a major commercial or media campaign which are expensed in the period in which the commercial or campaign is first presented. For the years ended December 31, 2013, 2012 and 2011, we recorded advertising expenses of $3,819, $3,934 and $4,014, respectively.
	Foreign Currency Translation — For the translation of the financial statements of our foreign subsidiaries whose functional currencies are not U.S. Dollars, assets and liabilities are translated at the year-end exchange rate, and income statement accounts are translated at monthly average exchange rates for the year. The resulting translation adjustments are recorded in accumulated other comprehensive income, a component of stockholders’ equity and also in comprehensive income. Foreign currency transactions are recorded at the exchange rate prevailing at the transaction date, with any gains/losses recorded in other income/expense.
	Stock-Based Compensation — Equity awards are granted to directors, officers and employees of the Company.
	Stock-based compensation costs associated with our restricted stock units ("RSUs") are determined using the fair market value of the Company's common stock on the date of the grant. These costs are recognized over the requisite service period using the graded vesting method, net of estimated forfeitures. RSUs typically have a three year service requirement and vest in equal annual installments.
	Stock-based compensation costs associated with our performance stock units ("PSUs") are initially determined using the fair market value of the Company's common stock on the date the awards are approved by our Compensation Committee (service inception date). The vesting of these PSUs are subject to certain performance conditions and a service requirement of three and one half years. Until such time as the performance conditions are met, stock compensation costs associated with these PSUs are re-measured each reporting period based upon the fair market value of the Company's common stock and the probability of attainment on the reporting date. The ultimate number of PSUs that are issued to an employee is the result of the actual performance of the Company at the end of the performance period compared to the performance conditions. Stock compensation costs for our PSUs are recognized, net of estimated forfeitures, over the requisite service period using the graded vesting method.
	We estimate forfeitures, based on historical trends, when recognizing compensation expense and adjust the estimate of forfeitures when they are expected to differ or as forfeitures occur.
	Earnings Per Share (EPS) — Basic EPS is calculated by dividing net income by the weighted average common shares outstanding during the period. Diluted EPS is calculated by dividing net income by the weighted average common shares outstanding during the period, plus dilutive potential common shares which is calculated using the treasury-stock method. Under the treasury-stock method, potential common shares are excluded from the computation of EPS in periods in which they have an anti-dilutive effect.
	2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (continued)
	Net income per share of Class A and Class B common stock is computed in accordance with a two-class method of earnings allocation. As such, any undistributed earnings for each period are allocated to each class of common stock based on the proportionate share of cash dividends that each class is entitled to receive. The Company did not compute earnings per share using the two class method for the years ended December 31, 2013, 2012 and 2011, as there were no undistributed earnings during the periods. Also, during 2013 and 2012, the dividends paid per share of Class A and Class B common stock were the same.
	Recent Accounting Pronouncements
	In July 2013, the Financial Accounting Standards Board ("FASB") issued an accounting standards update requiring that unrecognized tax benefits be presented as a reduction to a deferred tax asset for a net operating loss carryforward, a similar tax loss, or a tax credit carryforward, to the extent such deferred tax assets are available under the tax law to offset additional taxes resulting from disallowance of a tax position. This standard update is effective for reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2013, with early adoption permitted. We adopted this accounting standards update on July 1, 2013, which did not have a material effect on our consolidated financial statements.
	In February 2013, FASB issued an accounting standards update on the reporting of amounts reclassified out of accumulated other comprehensive income, to improve the transparency of reporting. These reclassifications present the effects on the line items of net income of significant amounts reclassified out of accumulated other comprehensive income–but only if the item reclassified is required under U.S. GAAP to be reclassified to net income in its entirety in the same reporting period. We adopted this accounting standards update on January 1, 2013, which did not have a material effect on our consolidated financial statements.
	In October 2012, the FASB issued an accounting standards update to amend the requirements related to an impairment assessment of unamortized film costs and clarify when unamortized film costs should be assessed for impairment. The update revises the impairment assessment to remove the rebuttable presumption that the conditions leading to the write-off of unamortized film costs after the balance sheet date existed as of the balance sheet date. The update also eliminates the requirement that an entity incorporate into fair value measurements used in impairment tests the effects of any changes in estimates resulting from the consideration of subsequent evidence, if the information would not have been considered by market participants at the measurement date. This standard update is effective for impairment assessments performed on or after December 15, 2012. We adopted this accounting standards update for our film impairment assessment as of December 31, 2012, which did not have a material effect on our consolidated financial statements.
	In December 2011, the FASB issued an accounting standards update that expands the disclosure requirements for the offsetting of assets and liabilities related to certain financial instruments and derivative instruments. Additional guidance clarifying the scope of the update was issued by the FASB in January 2013. The update requires disclosures to present both gross information and net information for financial instruments and derivative instruments that are eligible for net presentation due to a right of offset, an enforceable master netting arrangement or similar agreement. This standard update is effective for our fiscal year beginning on January 1, 2013. We adopted this accounting standards update as of January 1, 2013, which did not have a material effect on our consolidated financial statements.

Earnings_Per_Share

Earnings Per Share	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]	'
Earnings Per Share	'
	Earnings Per Share
	For purposes of calculating basic and diluted earnings per share, we used the following weighted average common shares outstanding (in thousands):
		Year Ended December 31,
		2013	2012	2011
	Basic	74,939	74,595	74,212
	Diluted	75,379	74,981	74,858
	Dilutive effect of restricted and performance stock units	438	379	637
	Dilutive effect of employee share purchase plan	2	7	9
	Anti-dilutive outstanding options (excluded from per-share calculations)	—	2	72
	Anti-dilutive outstanding restricted and performance stock units (excluded from per-share calculations)	395	—	—

Investment_Securities_and_Shor

Investment Securities and Short-Term Investments	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Investments, Debt and Equity Securities [Abstract]	'
Investments in Debt and Marketable Equity Securities (and Certain Trading Assets) Disclosure [Text Block]	'
	Investment Securities and Short-Term Investments
	Investment Securities:
	On June 25, 2012, the Company invested $5,000 in Tout Industries, Inc. ("Tout") Series B Preferred Stock. Additionally, the Investment in Tout includes shares received in conjunction with a strategic partnership of $879 and $220 related to the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively. On May 30, 2013, the Company made an investment of $2,200 in a live event touring business. Both investments are accounted for under the cost method. We evaluate our cost method investments for impairment if factors indicate that a significant decrease in value has occurred. No such indicators were noted during the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012. Investment Securities in our Consolidated Balance Sheets as of December 31, 2013 and 2012 are comprised of $8,299 and $5,220, respectively, related to these investments.
	Short-Term Investments:
	Short-term investments measured at fair value consisted of the following:
		December 31, 2013									December 31, 2012
				Gross Unrealized									Gross Unrealized
		Amortized		Gain		(Loss)			Fair		Amortized		Gain		(Loss)			Fair
		Cost							Value		Cost							Value
	Municipal bonds	$	44,636	$	176	$	(91	)	$	44,721	$	68,517	$	566	$	(84	)	$	68,999
	Corporate bonds	31,825		104		(174		)	31,755		17,182		145		—			17,327
	Total	$	76,461	$	280	$	(265	)	$	76,476	$	85,699	$	711	$	(84	)	$	86,326
	We classify the investments listed in the above table as available-for-sale securities. Such investments consist primarily of corporate and municipal bonds, including pre-refunded municipal bonds. These investments are stated at fair value as required by the applicable accounting guidance. Unrealized gains and losses on such securities are reflected, net of tax, as other comprehensive income (loss) in the Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income.
	4. Investment Securities and Short-Term Investments (continued)
	Our municipal and corporate bonds are included in Short-term investments, net on our Consolidated Balance Sheets. Realized gains and losses on investments are included in earnings and are derived using the specific identification method for determining the cost of securities sold. As of December 31, 2013, contractual maturities of these bonds are as follows:
		Maturities
	Municipal bonds	1 month - 9 years
	Corporate bonds	6 months - 4 years
	The following table summarizes the short-term investment activity:
		Year Ended December 31,
		2013		2012		2011
	Proceeds from sale of short-term investments	$	2,793	$	16,486	$	15,656
	Proceeds from maturities and calls of short-term investments	$	41,525	$	28,705	$	27,670
	Gross realized gains on sale of short-term investments	$	1	$	196	$	142
	In addition, during 2011, we exercised previously granted warrants to purchase common stock in a former licensee and subsequently sold this stock for $1,822.

Fair_Value_Measurement

Fair Value Measurement	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]	'
Fair Value Measurement	'
	Fair Value Measurement
	Fair value is determined based on the exchange price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in the principal or most advantageous market for the asset or liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date. Fair value is a market-based measurement based on assumptions that "market participants" would use to price the asset or liability. Accordingly, the framework considers markets or observable inputs as the preferred source of value followed by assumptions based on hypothetical transactions, in the absence of market inputs. The fair value should be calculated based on assumptions that market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability, not on assumptions specific to the entity. In addition, the fair value of assets and liabilities should include consideration of non-performance risk including the Company’s own credit risk.
	Additionally, the accounting guidance establishes a three-level hierarchy that ranks the quality and reliability of information used in developing fair value estimates. The hierarchy gives the highest priority to quoted prices in active markets and the lowest priority to unobservable data. In cases where two or more levels of inputs are used to determine fair value, a financial instrument's level is determined based on the lowest level input that is considered significant to the fair value measurement in its entirety. The three levels of the fair value hierarchy are summarized as follows:
	Level 1-	quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities;
	Level 2-	quoted prices in active markets for similar assets and liabilities and inputs that are observable for the asset or liability; or
	Level 3-	unobservable inputs, such as discounted cash flow models or valuations
	5. Fair Value Measurement (continued)
	The following assets are required to be measured at fair value on a recurring basis and the classification within the hierarchy was as follows:
			Fair Value at December 31, 2013								Fair Value at December 31, 2012
			Total		Level 1		Level 2		Level 3		Total		Level 1		Level 2		Level 3
	Municipal bonds		$	44,721	$	—	$	44,721	$	—	$	68,999	$	—	$	68,999	$	—
	Corporate bonds		31,755		—		31,755		—		17,327		—		17,327		—
	Total		$	76,476	$	—	$	76,476	$	—	$	86,326	$	—	$	86,326	$	—
	Certain financial instruments are carried at cost on the Consolidated Balance Sheets, which approximates fair value due to their short-term, highly liquid nature. The carrying amounts of cash and cash equivalents, money market accounts, accounts receivable and accounts payable approximate fair value because of the short-term nature of such instruments.
	We have classified our investments in municipal and corporate bonds within Level 2 as their valuation requires quoted prices for similar instruments in active markets, quoted prices for identical or similar instruments in markets that are not active and/or model-based valuation techniques for which all significant inputs are observable in the market or can be corroborated by observable market data. The municipal and corporate bonds are valued based on model-driven valuations. A third party service provider assists the Company with compiling market prices from a variety of industry standard data sources, security master files from large financial institutions and other third-party sources that are used to value our municipal and corporate bond investments.
	The Company's long lived property and equipment, feature film and television production assets are required to be measured at fair value on a non-recurring basis if it is determined that indicators of impairment exist. These assets are recorded at fair value only when an impairment is recognized. During the year ended December 31, 2013, the Company recorded impairment charges of $11,661 on feature film production assets based on fair value measurements of $2,363.
	During the year ended December 31, 2012, the Company recorded impairment charges of $1,229 on feature film production assets based on fair value measurements of $1,657. During the year ended December 31, 2011, the Company recorded impairment charges of $23,414 on feature film production assets based on fair value measurements of $21,186. See Note 7, Feature Film Production Assets, for further discussion. The Company classifies these fair values as Level 3 within the fair value hierarchy due to significant unobservable inputs. The Company utilizes a discounted cash flows model to determine the fair value of these impaired films where indicators of impairment exist. The significant unobservable inputs to this model are the Company’s expected cash flows for the film, including projected home video sales, pay and free TV sales and international sales, and a discount rate of 13% that we estimate market participants would seek for bearing the risk associated with such assets. The Company utilizes an independent third party valuation specialist who assists us in gathering the necessary inputs used in our model.
	The fair value of the Company's long-term debt, consisting of a promissory note payable to RBS Asset Finance, Inc., is estimated based upon quoted interest rates for similar types and amounts of borrowing agreements. At December 31, 2013, the face amount of the note approximates fair value.

Property_and_Equipment

Property and Equipment	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract]	'
Property and Equipment	'
	Property and Equipment
	Property and equipment consisted of the following:
		As of December 31,
		2013			2012
	Land, buildings and improvements	$	106,749		$	97,551
	Equipment	107,305			93,316
	Corporate aircraft	51,757			20,858
	Vehicles	244			1,474
		266,055			213,199
	Less accumulated depreciation and amortization	(132,575		)	(111,037		)
	Total	$	133,480		$	102,162
	Included in Corporate aircraft for the year ended December 31, 2013 is $30,898 of costs related to the acquisition and refurbishment of a 2007 Bombardier Global 5000 aircraft. The aircraft was refurbished and placed into service in February 2014. Depreciation expense for property and equipment totaled $22,906, $19,151 and $14,520, for the years ended December 31, 2013, 2012 and 2011, respectively.

Feature_Film_Production_Assets

Feature Film Production Assets	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Feature Film Production Assets [Abstract]	'
Feature Film Production Assets	'
	Feature Film Production Assets, Net
	Feature film production assets consisted of the following:
		As of December 31,
		2013		2012
	Feature film productions:
	In release	$	9,413	$	13,238
	Completed but not released	3,130		7,849
	In production	2,686		1,977
	In development	789		627
	Total	$	16,018	$	23,691
	Approximately 48% of “In release” film production assets are estimated to be amortized over the next 12 months and approximately 78% of “In release” film production assets are estimated to be amortized over the next three years. We anticipate amortizing 80% of our "In release" film production assets within four years as we receive revenues associated with international distribution of our licensed film.
	During the year ended December 31, 2013, we released three feature films via theatrical distribution, No One Lives, The Call and Dead Man Down and one made-for television film, Christmas Bounty. These four films comprise $2,446 of our “In release” feature film assets, as of December 31, 2013. We also released two feature films, 12 Rounds 2: Reloaded and The Marine 3: Homefront direct to DVD during the year ended December 31, 2013, which comprise $2,808 of our "In release" feature film assets as of December 31, 2013. Third-party distributors control the distribution and marketing of these films, and as a result, we recognize revenue on a net basis after the third-party distributor recoups distribution fees and expenses and results are reported to us. Results are typically reported to us in periods subsequent to the initial release of the film.
	7. Feature Film Production Assets, Net (continued)
	During the year ended December 31, 2012, we released two feature films under our self-distribution model, Bending the Rules and Barricade which comprise $128 of our “In release” feature film assets December 31, 2013. We also re-issued one feature film, No Holds Barred direct-to-DVD under our self-distribution model during the year ended December 31, 2012. Under this distribution model, we control the distribution and marketing of these films. As a result, we record revenues and expenses on a gross basis in our consolidated financial statements. We also record distribution expenses, including advertising and other exploitation costs, in our financial statements as incurred. During 2012, the Company entered into an agreement to co-distribute the feature film, The Day, domestically. This film was released during August 2012 and the Company recognizes revenue generated by this film in a manner similar to how it recognizes revenue for its 2013 released films; on a net basis, after distribution fees and expenses have been recouped and expenses and results have been reported to us.
	Unamortized feature film production assets are evaluated for impairment each reporting period. We review and revise estimates of ultimate revenue and participation costs at each reporting period to reflect the most current information available. If estimates for a film’s ultimate revenue are revised and indicate a significant decline in a film’s profitability or if events or circumstances change that indicate we should assess whether the fair value of a film is less than its unamortized film costs, we calculate the films' estimated fair value using a discounted cash flows model. If fair value is less than unamortized cost, the film is written down to fair value.
	We recorded impairment charges of $11,661, $1,229 and $23,414 related to our feature films during the years ended December 31, 2013, 2012 and 2011, respectively. These impairment charges represent the excess of the recorded net carrying value over the estimated fair value.
	We currently have two theatrical films designated as “Completed but not released”. We have also capitalized certain script development costs for various other film projects designated as “In development”. Capitalized script development costs are evaluated at each reporting period for impairment and to determine if a project is deemed to be abandoned. During the year ended December 31, 2013, we did not record any expense related to previously capitalized development costs related to abandoned projects. Approximately $1,045 and $728 of previously capitalized development costs were expensed for abandoned projects in 2012 and 2011, respectively.

Television_Production_Assets

Television Production Assets	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Television Production Assets [Abstract]	'
Television Production Assets [Text Block]	'
	Television Production Assets, Net
	Television production assets consist primarily of episodic television series we have produced for distribution, either on our upcoming WWE Network or through other distribution platforms. Amounts capitalized include development costs, production costs, post-production costs and related production or post-production overhead. We have $10,772 and $6,331 capitalized as of December 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively, related to this type of programming. Costs to produce our live event programming are expensed when the event is first broadcast. For the year ended December 31, 2013, we amortized $7,012 related to the airings of the new television series, Total Divas. We did not amortize any expenses during the year ended December 31, 2012. Unamortized television production assets are evaluated for impairment each reporting period. If conditions indicate a potential impairment, and the estimated future cash flows are not sufficient to recover the unamortized asset, the asset is written down to fair value. In addition, if we determine that a program will not likely air, we will write-off the remaining unamortized asset. During the during the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012, we did not record any impairments related to our television production assets.

Accounts_Payable_and_Accrued_E

Accounts Payable and Accrued Expenses	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Payables and Accruals [Abstract]	'
Accounts Payable and Accrued Expenses	'
	Accounts Payable and Accrued Expenses
	Accounts payable and accrued expenses consisted of the following:
		As of December 31,
		2013		2012
	Trade related	$	8,565	$	7,364
	Payroll and related benefits	11,291		16,099
	Talent related	6,304		9,805
	Accrued event and television production	4,429		5,122
	Accrued home entertainment expenses	1,341		1,989
	Accrued legal and professional	1,903		1,243
	Accrued purchases of property and equipment and other assets	1,700		1,415
	Accrued film liability	2,654		572
	Accrued other	9,695		5,345
	Total	$	47,882	$	48,954
	Accrued other includes accruals for our publishing and licensing business activities and other miscellaneous accruals, none of which categories individually exceeds 5% of current liabilities.

Debt

Debt	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]	'
Senior Unsecured Revolving Credit Facility	'
	Debt
	On August 7, 2013, the Company entered into a $31,568 promissory note (the “Note”) with RBS Asset Finance, Inc., for the purchase of a 2007 Bombardier Global 5000 aircraft and refurbishments. The Note bears interest at a rate of 2.18% per annum, is payable in monthly installments of $406, inclusive of interest, beginning in September 2013 and has a final maturity of August 7, 2020. The Note is secured by a first priority perfected security interest in the newly purchased aircraft. There was $29,636 of borrowings outstanding related to the Note as of December 31, 2013. Under the terms of the Note, the Company has the ability to borrow up to an additional $535 for refurbishments to the corporate aircraft.
	In September 2011, the Company entered into a $200,000 senior unsecured revolving credit facility with a syndicated group of banks, with JPMorgan Chase acting as administrative agent. In April 2013, the Company amended and restated the revolving credit facility. Under the terms of the amended credit facility, (i) the maturity date was extended to September 9, 2016, (ii) changes were made to the applicable margin for borrowings under the facility, and (iii) restrictions on certain financial covenants were amended to provide for greater financial flexibility. Applicable interest rates for the borrowings under the revolving credit facility are based on the Company's current consolidated leverage ratio. As of December 31, 2013, the LIBOR-based rate plus margin was 2.00%. As of December 31, 2013 and 2012, there were no amounts outstanding under the credit facility. The Company is required to pay a commitment fee calculated at a rate per annum of 0.375% on the average daily unused portion of the credit facility. At December 31, 2013, the Company had available debt capacity under the terms of the revolving credit facility of approximately $83,000.
	Under the terms of the revolving credit facility, the Company is subject to certain financial covenants and restrictions, including limitations with respect to our indebtedness, liens, mergers and acquisitions, dispositions of assets, investments, capital expenditures, and transactions with affiliates. In addition, the revolving credit facility restricts our ability to pay dividends if a default or event of default has occurred and is continuing thereunder, or if our consolidated leverage ratio (as calculated under the revolving credit facility) exceeds 2.8:1.0 or if our consolidated fixed charge coverage ratio (as calculated under the revolving credit facility) does not exceed 1.25:1.0. As of December 31, 2013, the Company is in compliance with the provisions of this credit facility.
	10. Debt (continued)
	As of December 31, 2013, the scheduled principal repayments under our Note obligation for the subsequent five years and the remaining term of the note thereafter are as follows:
	31-Dec-14	$	4,251
	31-Dec-15	4,345
	31-Dec-16	4,440
	31-Dec-17	4,538
	31-Dec-18	4,638
	Thereafter	7,424
		$	29,636
	The table above assumes that the Note will not be prepaid prior to its maturity on August 7, 2020.

Income_Taxes

Income Taxes	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]	'
Income Taxes	'
	Income Taxes
	For the years ended December 31, 2013, 2012 and 2011, we were taxed on our income from continuing operations at an effective tax rate of 39.9%, 26.4% and 32.7%, respectively. Our income tax provision for the years ended December 31, 2013, 2012 and 2011 was $1,839, $11,252 and $12,049, respectively, and included federal, state and foreign taxes.
	The components of our tax provision are as follows:
		Year Ended December 31,
		2013			2012			2011
	Current:
	Federal	$	2,933		$	4,825		$	16,674
	State and local	162			66			2,180
	Foreign	166			178			(381		)
	Deferred:
	Federal	(725		)	6,150			(5,687		)
	State and local	(680		)	34			(737		)
	Foreign	(17		)	(1		)	—
	Total	$	1,839		$	11,252		$	12,049
	Components of income before income taxes are as follows:
		Year Ended December 31,
		2013			2012			2011
	U.S.	$	4,011		$	42,397		$	36,764
	International subsidiaries	592			287			117
	Income before income taxes	$	4,603		$	42,684		$	36,881
	11. Income Taxes (continued)
	The following sets forth the difference between the provision for income taxes computed at the U.S. federal statutory income tax rate of 35% and that reported for financial statement purposes:
		Year Ended December 31,
		2013			2012			2011
	Statutory U.S. federal tax at 35%	$	1,611		$	14,939		$	12,908
	State and local taxes, net of federal benefit	94			1,297			723
	Foreign rate differential	(21		)	(32		)	562
	Tax exempt interest income	(341		)	(492		)	(574		)
	Qualified production activity deduction	(94		)	(854		)	(1,450		)
	Unrecognized tax benefits	(278		)	(3,827		)	40
	Meals and entertainment	257			198			113
	Employee Stock Purchase Plan	133			41			(17		)
	Property and equipment depreciation	635			—			—
	Other	(157		)	(18		)	(256		)
	Provision for income taxes	$	1,839		$	11,252		$	12,049
	The tax effects of temporary differences that give rise to significant portions of the deferred tax assets and deferred tax liabilities consisted of the following:
		As of December 31,
		2013			2012
	Deferred tax assets:
	Accounts receivable	$	1,070		$	2,302
	Inventory	4,768			4,640
	Prepaid royalties	5,878			7,045
	Stock options/stock compensation	1,969			1,235
	Net operating loss carryforwards	1,512			1,618
	Investments	3			—
	Intangible assets	2,768			2,584
	Accrued liabilities and reserves	519			411
	Federal benefit related to uncertain tax positions	709			864
	Deferred tax assets, gross	19,196			20,699
	Valuation allowance	(1,512		)	(1,616		)
	Deferred tax assets, net	17,684			19,083
	Deferred tax liabilities:
	Property and equipment depreciation	(5,174		)	(7,825		)
	Capitalized feature film production costs	(2,951		)	(2,894		)
	Investments	(3		)	(230		)
	Deferred tax liabilities	(8,128		)	(10,949		)
	Total deferred tax assets, net	$	9,556		$	8,134
	11. Income Taxes (continued)
	The temporary differences described above represent differences between the tax basis of assets or liabilities and amounts reported in the consolidated financial statements that will result in taxable or deductible amounts in future years when the reported amounts of the assets or liabilities are recovered or settled. The Company received tax deductions from the exercise of stock options, restricted stock units and performance stock units of $3,939, $2,747 and $4,908 in 2013, 2012 and 2011, respectively.
	As of December 31, 2013 and 2012, $12,237 and $14,403, respectively, of the deferred tax assets, net, are categorized as current assets in our consolidated balance sheets. As of December 31, 2013, $2,681 was included in non-current income tax liabilities, and as of December 31, 2012, $6,269 was included in other assets in our consolidated balance sheets.
	As of December 31, 2013 and 2012, we had valuation allowances of $1,512 and $1,616 respectively, to reduce our deferred tax assets to an amount more likely than not to be recovered. This valuation allowance relates to losses incurred as a result of our Australian film entities, and are not expected to be realized due to the suspension of film activity in Australia.
	We are subject to periodic audits of our various tax returns by government agencies which could result in possible tax liabilities. Although the outcome of these matters cannot currently be determined, we believe the outcome of these audits will not have a material effect on our financial statements.
	U.S. income taxes have not been provided for on approximately $4,432 of unremitted earnings of our international subsidiaries. These earnings are expected to be indefinitely reinvested overseas. It is not practical to compute the estimated deferred tax liability on these earnings. Any additional U.S. taxes payable on the remaining foreign earnings, if remitted, would be substantially offset by credits for foreign taxes already paid.
Unrecognized Tax Benefits
For the year ended December 31, 2013, we recognized $330 of previously unrecognized tax benefits. This primarily relates to the statute of limitations expiring in certain state and local jurisdictions. Included in the amount recognized was $32 of potential interest and penalties related to uncertain tax positions. For the year ended December 31, 2012, we recognized $4,352 of previously unrecognized tax benefits relating to the settlement of various audits, including the State of Connecticut, the IRS, and other state and local jurisdictions. Included in the amount recognized was $1,520 of potential interest and penalties related to uncertain tax positions. The recognition of these amounts contributed to our effective tax rate of 39.9%for the year ended December 31, 2013 as compared to 26.4% for the year ended December 31, 2012.
At December 31, 2013, we had $1,786 of unrecognized tax benefits, which if recognized, would affect our effective tax rate. Of this amount, $174 is classified in Prepaid expense and other current assets and the remaining $1,612 is classified in Non-current income tax liabilities. At December 31, 2012, we had $2,128 of unrecognized tax benefits. This entire amount was classified in Non-current income tax liabilities.
11. Income Taxes (continued)
Unrecognized tax benefit activity is as follows:
	Year Ended December 31,
	2013			2012			2011
Beginning Balance- January 1	$	2,128		$	10,733		$	10,083
Increase to unrecognized tax benefits recorded for positions taken during the current year	108			307			1,226
(Decrease) Increase to unrecognized tax benefits recorded for positions taken during a prior period	(3		)	(2,591		)	470
Decrease in unrecognized tax benefits relating to settlements with taxing authorities	(28		)	(5,793		)	(242		)
Decrease to unrecognized tax benefits resulting from a lapse of the applicable statute of limitations	(419		)	(528		)	(804		)
Ending Balance- December 31	$	1,786		$	2,128		$	10,733
We recognize potential accrued interest and penalties related to uncertain tax positions in income tax expense. We have $453 of accrued interest and $171 of accrued penalties related to uncertain tax positions as of December 31, 2013. Of these amounts, $33 is classified in Prepaid expense and other current assets and the remaining $591 was classified in Non-current income tax liabilities. At December 31, 2012, we had $502 of accrued interest and $214 of accrued penalties related to uncertain tax positions. Of this amount, $20 was classified in Prepaid expense and other current assets and the remaining $696 was classified in Non-current income tax liabilities.
Based upon the expiration of statutes of limitations and possible settlements in several jurisdictions, we believe it is reasonably possible that the total amount of previously unrecognized tax benefits may decrease by approximately $890 within 12 months after December 31, 2013.
We file income tax returns in the United States and various state, local, and foreign jurisdictions. During 2013, the Company settled audits with various state, local, and foreign jurisdictions. We are subject to examination by the IRS, and with few exceptions, other state and local jurisdictions, for years ending on or after December 31, 2010.

Film_and_Television_Production

Film and Television Production Incentives	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Film and Television Production Incentives [Abstract]	'
Film and Television Production Incentives	'
	Film and Television Production Incentives
	The Company has access to various governmental programs that are designed to promote film and television production within the United States and certain international jurisdictions. Incentives earned with respect to expenditures on qualifying film, television and other production activities, including qualifying capital projects, are included as an offset to the related asset or as an offset to production expenses when we have reasonable assurance regarding the realizable amount of the incentives. Film and television production incentives received consisted of the following:
		Year Ended December 31,
		2013		2012		2011
	Feature film production incentives	$	864	$	1,851	$	6,067
	Television production incentives	10,345		7,979		6,565

Commitments_and_Contingencies

Commitments and Contingencies	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]	'
Commitments and Contingencies	'
	Commitments and Contingencies
	We have certain commitments, including various non-cancelable operating leases for facilities and sales offices, service contracts with certain vendors and various talent.
	Future minimum payments as of December 31, 2013 under the agreements described above were as follows:
		Operating		Talent and Other		Service Agreement Commitments		Total
		Lease		Commitments
		Commitments
	2014	$	3,866	$	14,970	$	7,637	$	26,473
	2015	2,732		9,688		—		12,420
	2016	2,413		8,251		—		10,664
	2017	1,605		7,131		—		8,736
	2018	1,357		1,513		—		2,870
	Thereafter	3,257		3,748		—		7,005
	Total	$	15,230	$	45,301	$	7,637	$	68,168
	Rent expense under operating lease commitments totaled $5,405, $4,608 and $2,847 for the years ended December 31, 2013, 2012 and 2011, respectively.
	Legal Proceedings
	We are involved in several suits and claims that we consider to be in the ordinary course of our business. By its nature, the outcome of litigation is not known but the Company does not currently expect its pending litigation to have a material adverse effect on our financial condition, results of operations or liquidity. We may from time to time become a party to other legal proceedings.

Related_Party_Transactions

Related Party Transactions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Related Party Transactions [Abstract]	'
Related Party Transactions Disclosure [Text Block]	'
	Related Party Transactions
	Vincent K. McMahon, Chairman of the Board of Directors and Chief Executive Officer, controls a substantial majority of the voting power of the issued and outstanding shares of our common stock. Through the beneficial ownership of a substantial majority of our Class B common stock, Mr. McMahon can effectively exercise control over our affairs.
	From February 2008 until April 2011, the Board of Directors authorized quarterly cash dividends of $0.36 per share on all Class A common shares. The quarterly dividend on all Class A and Class B shares held by members of the McMahon family and their respective trusts remained at $0.24 per share for a period of three years due to a waiver received from the McMahon family. This waiver expired after the declaration of the March 2011 dividend.
	Linda McMahon, former Chief Executive Officer of the Company, was a candidate for the United States Senate, representing the State of Connecticut, in 2010 and 2012. Mrs. McMahon’s election teams engaged the Company to produce certain television advertisements during these campaigns. The Company performed these services and charged the campaigns the fair market value for the provided television production services, which were approximately $4 and $3 for the years ended December 31, 2012 and 2011, respectively.

Stockholders_Equity

Stockholders' Equity	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Stockholders' Equity Note [Abstract]	'
Stockholders' Equity	'
	Stockholders’ Equity
	Class B Convertible Common Stock
	Our Class B common stock is fully convertible into Class A common stock, on a one for one basis, at any time at the option of the holder. The two classes are entitled to equal per share dividends and distributions and vote together as a class with each share of Class B entitled to ten votes and each share of Class A entitled to one vote, except when separate class voting is required
	15. Stockholders’ Equity (continued)
	by applicable law. If, at any time, any shares of Class B common stock are beneficially owned by any person other than Vincent McMahon, Linda McMahon, any descendant of either of them, any entity which is wholly owned and is controlled by any combination of such persons or any trust, all the beneficiaries of which are any combination of such persons, each of those shares will automatically convert into shares of Class A common stock. During the years ended December 31, 2013, 2012 and 2011, Class B shares were sold, resulting in their conversion to Class A shares. Through his beneficial ownership of a substantial majority of our Class B common stock, our controlling stockholder, Vincent McMahon, can effectively exercise control over our affairs, and his interests could conflict with the holders of our Class A common stock.
	Dividends
	In April 2011, the Board of Directors adjusted the Company’s quarterly dividend to $0.12 per share on all Class A and Class B shares.
	From February 2008 through the first quarter of 2011, the Board of Directors authorized quarterly cash dividends of $0.36 per share on all Class A common shares. The quarterly dividend on all Class A and Class B shares held by members of the McMahon family and their respective trusts remained at $0.24 per share for a period of three years due to a waiver received from the McMahon family. This waiver expired after the declaration of the March 2011 dividend.
	We paid quarterly dividends of $0.12 per share, totaling $35,979 and $35,815, on all Class A and Class B shares for the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively. In the year ended December 31, 2011, we paid one quarterly dividend of $0.36 per share and three quarterly dividends of $0.12 per share, totaling $19,957, on all Class A common shares, and we paid one quarterly dividend of $0.24 per share and three quarterly dividends of $0.12 per share, totaling $27,852, on all Class B common shares.

Stock_Based_Compensation

Stock Based Compensation	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Disclosure of Compensation Related Costs, Share-based Payments [Abstract]	'
Stock Based Compensation	'
	Stock-based Compensation
	The 2007 Omnibus Incentive Plan (the "2007 Plan") provides for equity-based incentive awards as determined by the compensation committee of the Board of Directors as incentives and rewards to encourage officers and employees to participate in our long-term success. In 2004, we began issuing RSUs, which typically have a three year service requirement and vest in equal annual installments. In 2007, we began issuing PSUs in addition to RSUs, which are subject to certain performance conditions and generally vest ratably over three and one-half years.
	As of December 31, 2013, there were approximately 2.3 million shares available for future grants under the 2007 Plan. It is our policy to issue new shares to satisfy option exercises and the vesting of RSUs and PSUs.
	Stock Options
	We have not granted any stock options since June 2004. Since December 31, 2012, there are no stock options outstanding and no options were exercised during the years ended December 31, 2013, 2012, and 2011.
	Restricted Stock Units
	The Company grants RSUs to officers and employees under our 2007 Plan. Stock-based compensation costs associated with our RSUs are determined using the fair market value of the Company's common stock on the date of the grant. These costs are recognized over the requisite service period using the graded vesting method, net of estimated forfeitures. We estimate forfeitures, based on historical trends, when recognizing compensation expense and adjust the estimate of forfeitures when they are expected to differ. RSUs typically have a three year service requirement and vest in equal annual installments. Unvested RSUs accrue dividend equivalents at the same rate as are paid on our shares of Class A common stock. The dividend equivalents are subject to the same vesting schedule as the underlying RSUs.
	16. Stock-based Compensation (continued)
	The following tables summarize the activity of RSUs for the year ended December 31, 2013:
		Units		Weighted-Average Grant-Date Fair Value
	Unvested at January 1, 2013	146,175		$	9.97
	Granted	51,977		$	9.91
	Vested	(64,357	)	$	10.2
	Forfeited	(32,550	)	$	9.04
	Dividend Equivalents	5,789		$	9.47
	Unvested at December 31, 2013	107,034		$	9.87
		Year Ended December 31,
		2013			2012		2011
	Stock-based compensation expense	$	632		$	1,320	$	370
	Tax benefits realized	621			494		141
	Weighted-average grant-date fair value of RSUs granted	515			1,366		632
	Fair value of RSUs vested	656			647		1,700
	As of December 31, 2013, total unrecognized stock-based compensation expense related to unvested RSUs net of estimated forfeitures, was approximately $424, before income taxes, and is expected to be recognized over a weighted-average period of approximately 1.3 years.
	Performance Stock Units
	Stock-based compensation costs associated with our PSUs are initially determined using the fair market value of the Company's common stock on the date the awards are approved by our Compensation Committee (service inception date) and are granted under our 2007 Plan. The vesting of these PSUs are subject to certain performance conditions and a service requirement of three and one half years. Until such time the performance conditions are met, stock compensation costs associated with these PSUs are re-measured each reporting period based upon the fair market value of the Company's common stock and the probability of attainment on the reporting date. The ultimate number of PSUs that are issued to an employee is the result of the actual performance of the Company at the end of the performance period compared to the performance conditions. Stock compensation costs for our PSUs are recognized over the requisite service period using the graded vesting method, net of estimated forfeitures. Unvested PSUs accrue dividend equivalents once the performance conditions are met at the same rate as are paid on our shares of Class A common stock. The dividend equivalents are subject to the same vesting schedule as the underlying PSUs.
	16. Stock-based Compensation (continued)
	The following tables summarize the activity of PSUs for the year ended December 31, 2013:
		Units		Weighted-Average Grant-Date Fair Value
	Unvested at January 1, 2013	685,703		$	8.37
	Granted	932,786		$	15.47
	Vested	(314,008	)	$	9.35
	Forfeited	(74,318	)	$	11.81
	Dividend Equivalents	29,466		$	10.27
	Unvested at December 31, 2013	1,259,629		$	13.46
		Year Ended December 31,
		2013			2012		2011
	Stock-based compensation expense	$	4,489		$	2,440	$	2,378
	Tax benefits realized	3,318			2,252		904
	Weighted-average grant-date fair value of PSUs granted	14,430			4,913		6,062
	Fair value of PSUs vested	2,937			4,375		5,878
	During the year ended December 31, 2012, we granted 622,700 PSUs which were subject to performance conditions. During the three months ended March 31, 2013, the certain performance conditions related to these PSUs were met which resulted in us granting 127,890 additional PSU's in 2013 relating to the initial 2012 PSU grant.
	During the three months ended March 31, 2013, we granted 804,896 PSUs which are subject to certain performance conditions.
	As of December 31, 2013, total unrecognized stock-based compensation expense related to unvested PSUs, net of estimated forfeitures, was approximately $5,733, before income taxes, and is expected to be recognized over a weighted-average period of approximately 1.6 years.
	Employee Stock Purchase Plan
	We provide a stock purchase plan for our employees. Under the plan, all regular full-time employees may contribute up to 10% of their base compensation (subject to certain income limits) to the semi-annual purchase of shares of our common stock. The purchase price is 85% of the fair market value at certain plan-defined dates. As this plan is defined as compensatory, a charge is recorded to Selling, general and administrative expense for the difference between the fair market value and the discounted price. During 2013, 2012 and 2011, employees purchased 76,219, 76,676 and 67,537 shares of our common stock which resulted in an expense of $404, $85, $110, respectively.

Employee_Benefits

Employee Benefits	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Employee Benefit Plans [Abstract]	'
Compensation and Employee Benefit Plans [Text Block]	'
	Employee Benefit Plans
	We sponsor a 401(k) defined contribution plan covering substantially all employees. Under this plan, participants are allowed to make contributions based on a percentage of their salary, subject to a statutorily prescribed annual limit. We make matching contributions of 50% of each participant’s contributions, up to 6% of eligible compensation. We may also make additional discretionary contributions to the 401(k) plan. Our expense for matching contributions to the 401(k) plan was $1,606, $1,384 and $1,239 for the years ended December 31, 2013, 2012 and 2011, respectively. The Company did not make any discretionary contributions for the years ended December 31, 2013, 2012 or 2011.

Segment_Information

Segment Information	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Segment Reporting [Abstract]	'
Segment Information	'
	Segment Information
	As discussed in Note 1, the Company currently classifies its operations into four reportable segments: Live and Televised Entertainment, Consumer Products, Digital Media and WWE Studios.
	Beginning in the first quarter of 2013, the Company made changes to its operating plan and management reporting to reflect a change in the measurement used by management to evaluate performance. The Company changed its measure of segment profit (loss) to operating income (loss) before depreciation and amortization or "OIBDA". Prior to 2013, the Company measured segment profit (loss) using operating income. The Company revised its financial information and disclosures for prior periods to reflect the segment disclosures as if the current measure of profit (loss), OIBDA, had been in effect throughout all periods presented.
	The Company presents OIBDA as the primary measure of segment profit (loss). The Company believes the presentation OIBDA is relevant and useful for investors because it allows investors to view our segment performance in the same manner as the primary method used by management to evaluate performance and make decisions about allocating resources. The Company defines OIBDA as operating income before depreciation and amortization, excluding feature film amortization and film impairments.
	We do not allocate certain costs included in OIBDA to our reportable segments. These costs are primarily corporate overhead expenses and costs which benefit the Company as a whole and are therefore not allocated to our reportable segments. Starting in the second quarter of 2012, we began allocating certain staff related expenses, specifically stock compensation costs, management incentive compensation and medical benefits in our management reporting and, as such, we included these costs in the calculation of OIBDA for our reportable segments. This change did not have a material impact on our reportable segments' OIBDA. Revenues from transactions between our operating segments are not material.
	18. Segment Information (continued)
	The following tables present summarized financial information for each of the Company's reportable segments:
		Year Ended December 31,
		2013			2012			2011
	Net revenues:
	Live and Televised Entertainment	$	382,257		$	353,849		$	339,979
	Consumer Products	76,406			87,756			94,914
	Digital Media	38,529			34,531			28,132
	WWE Studios	10,778			7,877			20,896
	Total net revenues	$	507,970		$	484,013		$	483,921
	Depreciation and amortization:
	Live and Televised Entertainment	$	6,657		$	9,238		$	7,491
	Consumer Products	1,562			874			460
	Digital Media	2,693			1,485			1,174
	WWE Studios	9			9			9
	Unallocated Corporate and other	13,548			8,418			5,846
	Total depreciation and amortization	$	24,469		$	20,024		$	14,980
	OIBDA:
	Live and Televised Entertainment	$	119,498		$	126,452		$	123,414
	Consumer Products	40,794			48,641			51,033
	Digital Media	7,935			10,325			7,175
	WWE Studios	(12,744		)	(5,457		)	(29,375		)
	Unallocated Corporate and other	(125,123		)	(116,742		)	(100,248		)
	Total OIBDA	$	30,360		$	63,219		$	51,999
	Reconciliation of Total Operating Income to Total OIBDA
		Year Ended December 31,
		2013			2012			2011
	Total operating income	$	5,891		$	43,195		$	37,019
	Depreciation and amortization	24,469			20,024			14,980
	Total OIBDA	$	30,360		$	63,219		$	51,999
	18. Segment Information (continued)
	Assets by Segment:
		As of December 31,
		2013			2012
	Assets:
	Live and Televised Entertainment	$	186,015		$	150,014
	Consumer Products	12,940			13,227
	Digital Media	9,187			8,854
	WWE Studios	18,322			27,410
	Unallocated Corporate and other	151,998			181,878
	Total assets	$	378,462		$	381,383
	Included in Live and Televised Entertainment for the year ended December 31, 2013 is $30,898 of costs related to the acquisition and refurbishment of a 2007 Bombardier Global 5000 aircraft. The aircraft was refurbished and placed into service in February 2014. Unallocated assets represent certain assets not allocated to the reportable segments. These assets are primarily corporate related and benefit the Company as a whole.
	Capital Spending by Segment:
		Year ended December 31,
		2013			2012			2011
	Live and Televised Entertainment	$	31,077		$	3,123		$	5,210
	Consumer Products	225			5,188			1,793
	Digital Media	4,110			1,996			1,686
	Corporate and other	20,518			23,583			19,267
	Total purchases of property and equipment and other assets	$	55,930		$	33,890		$	27,956
	Geographic Information
	Net revenues by major geographic region are based upon the geographic location of where our content is distributed. The information below summarizes net revenues to unaffiliated customers by geographic area:
		Year ended December 31,
		2013			2012			2011
	North America	$	391,663		$	365,942		$	350,523
	Europe/Middle East/Africa	72,409			70,720			76,165
	Asia Pacific	37,269			37,087			38,662
	Latin America	6,629			10,264			18,571
Total net revenues	$	507,970		$	484,013		$	483,921
Revenues generated from the United Kingdom, our largest international market, totaled $36,003, $34,001 and $33,178 for the years ended December 31, 2013, 2012 and 2011, respectively. The Company's property and equipment was almost entirely located in the United States at December 31, 2013 and 2012.

Concentration_of_Credit_Risk

Concentration of Credit Risk	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Concentration of Credit Risk [Abstract]	'
Concentration Risk Disclosure [Text Block]	'
	Concentration of Credit Risk
	We continually monitor our position with, and the credit quality of, the financial institutions that are counterparties to our financial instruments. Our accounts receivable relates principally to a limited number of distributors, including our television, pay-per-view and home video distributors and licensees that produce consumer products containing our intellectual trademarks. We closely monitor the status of receivables with these customers and maintain allowances for anticipated losses as deemed appropriate. At December 31, 2013, our largest single customer balance was approximately 13% of our gross accounts receivable balance.

Quarterly_Financial_Summaries

Quarterly Financial Summaries	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Quarterly Financial Information Disclosure [Abstract]	'
Quarterly Financial Information [Text Block]	'
	Quarterly Financial Summaries (unaudited)
			1st Quarter		2nd Quarter		3rd Quarter		4th Quarter
	2013		(1) (3)		(2)		(1) (2)		-1
	Net revenues		$	124,001	$	152,282	$	113,292	$	118,395
	Cost of revenues		$	74,866	$	96,855	$	70,947	$	80,360
	Net income (loss)		$	3,034	$	5,182	$	2,439	$	(7,891	)
	Net income (loss) per common share: basic		$	0.04	$	0.07	$	0.03	$	(0.11	)
	Net income (loss) per common share: diluted		$	0.04	$	0.07	$	0.03	$	(0.10	)
	2012
	Net revenues		$	123,068	$	141,648	$	104,197	$	115,100
	Cost of revenues		$	68,397	$	85,484	$	61,406	$	69,166
	Net income		$	15,331	$	11,943	$	3,527	$	631
	Net income per common share: basic		$	0.21	$	0.16	$	0.05	$	0.01
	Net income per common share: diluted		$	0.2	$	0.16	$	0.05	$	0.01
	-1	Cost of revenues for the first and third quarters of 2013 includes impairment charges of $4,696 and $6,965, respectively, related to certain of our feature films. Cost of revenues for the first and fourth quarters of 2012 includes impairment charges of $754 and $475, respectively, related to certain of our feature films. See Note 7. Feature Film Production Assets.
	-2	Net income for the second and third quarters of 2013 and 2012 includes the benefit of $257, $6,373, and $1,031, $4,143, respectively, relating to incentives received relating to television production.
	-3	Net income includes a $4,057 tax benefit in the first quarter of 2012 related to previously unrecognized tax benefits.

Subsequent_Event_Notes

Subsequent Event (Notes)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Subsequent Event [Line Items]	'
Subsequent Events [Text Block]	'
	Subsequent Event
	On January 8, 2014, the Company announced the launch of WWE Network. WWE Network, the first-ever 24/7 streaming network, will launch live in the U.S. on Monday, February 24, 2014 featuring all twelve WWE live pay-per-view events – including WrestleMania. WWE Network will also include original programming, reality shows, documentaries, classic matches and more than 1,500 hours of video on demand. In anticipation of launching WWE Network, the Company announced that it will cease operations of its WWE Classics on Demand Subscription On Demand offering in January 2014. Additionally, the launch of WWE Network, which reimagines the distribution of WWE’s pay-per-view events, could reduce the monetization of other assets, such as pay-per-view and other content distributed on certain digital platforms, the effect of which the Company is not able to estimate.

Valuation_and_Qualifying_Accou

Valuation and Qualifying Accounts	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Valuation and Qualifying Accounts [Abstract]	'
Schedule of Valuation and Qualifying Accounts Disclosure [Text Block]	'
	VALUATION AND QUALIFYING ACCOUNTS
	(in thousands)
	Description	Balance at		Charges to			Deductions/Adjustments *			Balance at
		Beginning of Year		Expense/						End of Year
				Against Revenues
	For the Year Ended December 31, 2013
	Allowance for doubtful accounts	$	6,275	$	(6	)	$	(3,483	)	$	2,786
	Magazine publishing allowance for newsstand returns	2,145		14,948			(15,055		)	2,038
	Home video allowance for returns	6,271		18,711			(20,462		)	4,520
	For the Year Ended December 31, 2012
	Allowance for doubtful accounts	$	2,179	$	2,483		$	1,613		$	6,275
	Magazine publishing allowance for newsstand returns	3,286		14,355			(15,496		)	2,145
	Home video allowance for returns	7,096		15,990			(16,815		)	6,271
	For the Year Ended December 31, 2011
	Allowance for doubtful accounts	$	12,316	$	(692	)	$	(9,445	)	$	2,179
	Magazine publishing allowance for newsstand returns	4,277		23,626			(24,617		)	3,286
	Home video allowance for returns	5,637		18,778			(17,319		)	7,096
	* Includes deductions which are comprised primarily of write-offs of specific bad debts and returns of magazines and home videos from retailers or adjustments to the allowance account which affects bad debt expense.

Summary_of_Signficant_Accounti1

Summary of Signficant Accounting Policies(Policies)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Accounting Policies [Abstract]	'
Use of Estimates, Policy [Policy Text Block]	'
	Use of Estimates — The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America requires our management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosures of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenue and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
Consolidation, Policy [Policy Text Block]	'
	Basis of Consolidation — The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of WWE and all of its domestic and foreign subsidiaries. All intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation.
Cash and Cash Equivalents, Policy [Policy Text Block]	'
	Cash and Cash Equivalents — Cash and cash equivalents include cash on deposit in overnight deposit accounts and investments in money market accounts with maturities of three months or less at the time of purchase.
Investment, Policy [Policy Text Block]	'
	Investment Securities, Net — We classify all of our investments as available-for-sale securities. Such investments consist primarily of municipal bonds, including pre-refunded municipal bonds, and corporate bonds. All of these investments are stated at fair value, with unrealized gains and losses on such securities reflected, net of tax, as other comprehensive income (loss) in stockholders’ equity. Realized gains and losses on investments are included in earnings and are derived using the specific identification method for determining the cost of securities sold.
Trade and Other Accounts Receivable, Policy [Policy Text Block]	'
	Accounts Receivable, Net — Accounts receivable relate principally to amounts due to us from pay-per-view providers and television networks for pay-per-view presentations and television programming, respectively, and balances due from the sale of home videos and magazines. We estimate the collectability of our receivables and establish allowances for the amount of accounts receivable that we estimate to be uncollectible. We base these allowances on our historical collection experience, the length of time our accounts receivable are outstanding and the financial condition of individual customers. An individual balance is charged
	2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (continued)
	to the allowance when all collection efforts have been exhausted and it is deemed likely to be uncollectible, taking into consideration the financial condition of the customer and other factors.
Inventory, Policy [Policy Text Block]	'
	Inventory — Inventory consists of merchandise sold on our website, merchandise sold at live events and DVDs/Blu-rays, which are sold via a distributor to retailers. Substantially all of our inventory is comprised of finished goods. Inventory is stated at the lower of cost (first-in, first-out basis) or market. The valuation of our inventories requires management to make market estimates assessing the quantities and the prices at which we believe the inventory can be sold.
Property, Plant and Equipment, Policy [Policy Text Block]	'
	Property and Equipment, Net — Property and equipment are stated at historical cost net of benefits associated with tax incentives less accumulated depreciation and amortization. Depreciation and amortization is computed on a straight-line basis over the estimated useful lives of the assets or, when applicable, the life of the lease, whichever is shorter. Vehicles and equipment are depreciated based on estimated useful lives varying from three to five years. Buildings and related improvements are depreciated based on estimated useful lives varying from five to thirty-nine years. Our corporate aircraft is depreciated over ten years on a straight-line basis less an estimated residual value. In 2013, we purchased a new corporate aircraft which we refurbished and placed into service in February 2014. It is being depreciated in the same manner as our previous corporate aircraft.
Feature Films Production Assets, Net, Policy [Policy Text Block]	'
	Feature Film Production Assets, Net — Feature film production assets are recorded at the cost of production, including production overhead and net of production incentives. The costs for an individual film are amortized in the proportion that revenues bear to management’s estimates of the ultimate revenue expected to be recognized from exploitation, exhibition or sale. Unamortized feature film production assets are evaluated for impairment each reporting period. We review and revise estimates of ultimate revenue and participation costs at each reporting period to reflect the most current information available. If estimates for a film’s ultimate revenue are revised and indicate a significant decline in a film’s profitability or if events or circumstances change that indicate we should assess whether the fair value of a film is less than its unamortized film costs, we calculate the film's estimated fair value using a discounted cash flows model. If fair value is less than the unamortized cost, the film is written down. Impairment charges are recorded as an increase in amortization expense included in cost of revenues in the consolidated income statements.
	Our estimate of ultimate revenues for feature films includes revenues from all sources for ten years from the date of a film’s initial release. We estimate the ultimate revenues based on industry and Company specific trends, the historical performance of similar films, the star power of the lead actors, and the genre of the film. Prior to the release of a feature film and throughout its life, we revise our estimates of revenues based on expected future results, actual results and other known factors affecting the various distribution markets. The most sensitive factor affecting our estimates of ultimate revenue for our feature films is home video sales. Home video sales fluctuate based on a variety of factors, including audience demand for our titles, the volume and quality of competing home video products, marketing and promotional strategies, as well as general economic conditions.
Television Production Assets, Net, Policy [Policy Text Block]	'
	Television Production Assets, Net — Television production assets consist of several episodic television series we have produced for distribution, either on our recently announced WWE Network or through other distribution platforms. Amounts capitalized include development costs, production costs, post-production costs and related production or post-production overhead. Costs to produce live event programming are expensed when the event is first broadcast. Unamortized television production assets are evaluated for impairment each reporting period. If conditions indicate a potential impairment, and the estimated future cash flows are not sufficient to recover the unamortized asset, the asset is written down to fair value. In addition, if we determine that a program will not likely air, we will write-off the remaining unamortized asset.
Valuation of Long-Lived Assets, Policy [Policy Text Block]	'
	Valuation of Long-Lived Assets — We periodically evaluate the carrying amount of long-lived assets when events and circumstances warrant such a review.
Income Tax, Policy [Policy Text Block]	'
	Income Taxes — Deferred tax liabilities and assets are recognized for the expected future tax consequences of events that have been reflected in the consolidated financial statements. Amounts are determined based on the differences between the book and tax bases of particular assets and liabilities and operating loss carry forwards, using tax rates in effect for the years in which the differences are expected to reverse. A valuation allowance is provided to offset deferred tax assets if, based upon the available
	2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (continued)
	evidence, including consideration of tax planning strategies, it is more-likely-than-not that some or all of the deferred tax assets will not be realized.
	We use a two-step approach to recognizing and measuring uncertain tax positions. The first step is to evaluate tax positions taken or expected to be taken in a tax return by assessing whether they are more likely than not sustainable, based solely on their technical merits, upon examination, and including resolution of any related appeals or litigation process. The second step is to measure the associated tax benefit of each position, as the largest amount that we believe is more likely than not realizable. Differences between the amount of tax benefits taken or expected to be taken in our income tax returns and the amount of tax benefits recognized in our financial statements represent our unrecognized income tax benefits, which we record as a liability. Our policy is to include interest and penalties related to unrecognized income tax benefits as a component of income tax expense.
Revenue Recognition, Policy [Policy Text Block]	'
	Revenue Recognition — Revenues are generally recognized when products are shipped or as services are performed. However, due to the nature of several of our business lines, there are additional steps in the revenue recognition process, as described below.
	•	Pay-per-view programming:
	Revenues from our pay-per-view programming are recorded when the event is aired and are based upon our initial estimate of the number of buys achieved. This initial estimate is based on preliminary buy information received from our pay-per-view distributors. Final reconciliation of the pay-per-view buys generally occurs within one year and any subsequent adjustments to the buys are recognized in the period new information is received.
	•	Sponsorships:
	Through our sponsorship packages, we offer advertisers a full range of our promotional vehicles, including online and print advertising, on-air announcements and special appearances by our Superstars. We allocate revenue to all deliverables contained within a sponsorship arrangement based upon their relative selling price. In most instances, we determine relative selling price used for allocating revenue to a specific deliverable using vendor specific objective evidence ("VSOE"). VSOE is the selling price that a vendor charges when it sells similar products or services on a stand-alone basis. After allocating revenue to each deliverable, we recognize revenue from our sponsorship arrangements when each element is delivered.
	•	Licensing:
	Revenues from our licensed products are recognized upon receipt of reports from the individual licensees that detail the royalties generated by related product sales. If we receive licensing advances, such payments are recorded as deferred revenue and are recognized as income when earned.
	•	Home entertainment:
	Revenues from the sales of home video titles are recorded net of an allowance for estimated returns, at the later of delivery by our distributor to retailers, or the date that these products are made widely available for sale by retailers. The allowance for estimated returns is based on historical information, current industry trends and demand for our titles.
	•	Magazine publishing:
	Publishing newsstand revenues are recorded when the magazine is shipped, net of an allowance for estimated returns. We estimate the allowance for newsstand returns based upon our review of historical return rates and the expected performance of our current titles in relation to prior issue return rates.
	•	TV rights:
	Rights fees received from distributors of our television programming, both domestically and internationally, are recorded when the program has been delivered to the distributor and is available for exhibition. Our typical distribution agreement is between one and five years in length and frequently provides for contractual increases over its term. Expenses incurred in the production of our weekly television programming are expensed when the programming is first available for exhibition.
	2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (continued)
	•	Films:
	Revenue recognition for our feature films varies depending on the method of distribution and the extent of control the Company exercises over the distribution and related expenses. We exercise significant control over our self-distributed films and as a result, we record distribution revenue and related expenses on a gross basis in our financial statements. Third-party distribution partners control the distribution and marketing of our licensed films, and as a result, we recognize revenue on a net basis after the third-party distributor recoups distribution fees and expenses and results have been reported to us. This typically occurs in periods subsequent to the initial release of the film. Revenues generated from our films through the various distribution channels, including home video, video-on-demand and television are recognized consistent with the policies described above.
Film and Television Production Incentives, Policy [Policy Text Block]	'
	Film and Television Production Incentives — The Company has access to various governmental programs that are designed to promote film and television production within the United States and certain international jurisdictions. Tax credits earned with respect to expenditures on qualifying film, television and other production activities, including qualifying capital projects, are included as an offset to the related asset or as an offset to production expenses when we have reasonable assurance regarding the realizable amount of the tax credits.
Advertising Cost, Policy, Expensed Advertising Cost [Policy Text Block]	'
	Advertising Expense — Advertising costs are expensed as incurred, except for costs related to the development of a major commercial or media campaign which are expensed in the period in which the commercial or campaign is first presented. For the years ended December 31, 2013, 2012 and 2011, we recorded advertising expenses of $3,819, $3,934 and $4,014, respectively.
Foreign Currency Transactions and Translations Policy [Policy Text Block]	'
	Foreign Currency Translation — For the translation of the financial statements of our foreign subsidiaries whose functional currencies are not U.S. Dollars, assets and liabilities are translated at the year-end exchange rate, and income statement accounts are translated at monthly average exchange rates for the year. The resulting translation adjustments are recorded in accumulated other comprehensive income, a component of stockholders’ equity and also in comprehensive income. Foreign currency transactions are recorded at the exchange rate prevailing at the transaction date, with any gains/losses recorded in other income/expense.
Share-based Compensation, Option and Incentive Plans Policy [Policy Text Block]	'
	Stock-Based Compensation — Equity awards are granted to directors, officers and employees of the Company.
	Stock-based compensation costs associated with our restricted stock units ("RSUs") are determined using the fair market value of the Company's common stock on the date of the grant. These costs are recognized over the requisite service period using the graded vesting method, net of estimated forfeitures. RSUs typically have a three year service requirement and vest in equal annual installments.
	Stock-based compensation costs associated with our performance stock units ("PSUs") are initially determined using the fair market value of the Company's common stock on the date the awards are approved by our Compensation Committee (service inception date). The vesting of these PSUs are subject to certain performance conditions and a service requirement of three and one half years. Until such time as the performance conditions are met, stock compensation costs associated with these PSUs are re-measured each reporting period based upon the fair market value of the Company's common stock and the probability of attainment on the reporting date. The ultimate number of PSUs that are issued to an employee is the result of the actual performance of the Company at the end of the performance period compared to the performance conditions. Stock compensation costs for our PSUs are recognized, net of estimated forfeitures, over the requisite service period using the graded vesting method.
	We estimate forfeitures, based on historical trends, when recognizing compensation expense and adjust the estimate of forfeitures when they are expected to differ or as forfeitures occur.
Earnings Per Share, Policy [Policy Text Block]	'
	Earnings Per Share (EPS) — Basic EPS is calculated by dividing net income by the weighted average common shares outstanding during the period. Diluted EPS is calculated by dividing net income by the weighted average common shares outstanding during the period, plus dilutive potential common shares which is calculated using the treasury-stock method. Under the treasury-stock method, potential common shares are excluded from the computation of EPS in periods in which they have an anti-dilutive effect.
	2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (continued)
	Net income per share of Class A and Class B common stock is computed in accordance with a two-class method of earnings allocation. As such, any undistributed earnings for each period are allocated to each class of common stock based on the proportionate share of cash dividends that each class is entitled to receive. The Company did not compute earnings per share using the two class method for the years ended December 31, 2013, 2012 and 2011, as there were no undistributed earnings during the periods. Also, during 2013 and 2012, the dividends paid per share of Class A and Class B common stock were the same.

Earnings_Per_Share_Tables

Earnings Per Share (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]	'
Schedule of Earnings Per Share, Basic and Diluted	'
	For purposes of calculating basic and diluted earnings per share, we used the following weighted average common shares outstanding (in thousands):
		Year Ended December 31,
		2013	2012	2011
	Basic	74,939	74,595	74,212
	Diluted	75,379	74,981	74,858
	Dilutive effect of restricted and performance stock units	438	379	637
	Dilutive effect of employee share purchase plan	2	7	9
	Anti-dilutive outstanding options (excluded from per-share calculations)	—	2	72
	Anti-dilutive outstanding restricted and performance stock units (excluded from per-share calculations)	395	—	—

Investment_Securities_and_Shor1

Investment Securities and Short-Term Investments (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Investments, Debt and Equity Securities [Abstract]	'
Investment Securities and Short-Term Investments	'
	Short-term investments measured at fair value consisted of the following:
		December 31, 2013									December 31, 2012
				Gross Unrealized									Gross Unrealized
		Amortized		Gain		(Loss)			Fair		Amortized		Gain		(Loss)			Fair
		Cost							Value		Cost							Value
	Municipal bonds	$	44,636	$	176	$	(91	)	$	44,721	$	68,517	$	566	$	(84	)	$	68,999
	Corporate bonds	31,825		104		(174		)	31,755		17,182		145		—			17,327
	Total	$	76,461	$	280	$	(265	)	$	76,476	$	85,699	$	711	$	(84	)	$	86,326
	The following table summarizes the short-term investment activity:
		Year Ended December 31,
		2013		2012		2011
	Proceeds from sale of short-term investments	$	2,793	$	16,486	$	15,656
	Proceeds from maturities and calls of short-term investments	$	41,525	$	28,705	$	27,670
	Gross realized gains on sale of short-term investments	$	1	$	196	$	142
Schedule of Contractual Maturities Period for Investment Securities [Table Text Block]	'
	As of December 31, 2013, contractual maturities of these bonds are as follows:
		Maturities
	Municipal bonds	1 month - 9 years
	Corporate bonds	6 months - 4 years

Fair_Value_Measurement_Tables

Fair Value Measurement (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]	'
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis	'
	The following assets are required to be measured at fair value on a recurring basis and the classification within the hierarchy was as follows:
		Fair Value at December 31, 2013								Fair Value at December 31, 2012
		Total		Level 1		Level 2		Level 3		Total		Level 1		Level 2		Level 3
	Municipal bonds	$	44,721	$	—	$	44,721	$	—	$	68,999	$	—	$	68,999	$	—
	Corporate bonds	31,755		—		31,755		—		17,327		—		17,327		—
	Total	$	76,476	$	—	$	76,476	$	—	$	86,326	$	—	$	86,326	$	—

Property_and_Equipment_Tables

Property and Equipment (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract]	'
Property, Plant and Equipment	'
	Property and equipment consisted of the following:
		As of December 31,
		2013			2012
	Land, buildings and improvements	$	106,749		$	97,551
	Equipment	107,305			93,316
	Corporate aircraft	51,757			20,858
	Vehicles	244			1,474
		266,055			213,199
	Less accumulated depreciation and amortization	(132,575		)	(111,037		)
	Total	$	133,480		$	102,162

Feature_Film_Production_Assets1

Feature Film Production Assets (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Feature Film Production Assets [Abstract]	'
Schedule of Feature Film Production Assets	'
	Feature film production assets consisted of the following:
		As of December 31,
		2013		2012
	Feature film productions:
	In release	$	9,413	$	13,238
	Completed but not released	3,130		7,849
	In production	2,686		1,977
	In development	789		627
	Total	$	16,018	$	23,691

Accounts_Payable_and_Accrued_E1

Accounts Payable and Accrued Expenses (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Payables and Accruals [Abstract]	'
Schedule of Accrued Liabilities	'
	Accounts payable and accrued expenses consisted of the following:
		As of December 31,
		2013		2012
	Trade related	$	8,565	$	7,364
	Payroll and related benefits	11,291		16,099
	Talent related	6,304		9,805
	Accrued event and television production	4,429		5,122
	Accrued home entertainment expenses	1,341		1,989
	Accrued legal and professional	1,903		1,243
	Accrued purchases of property and equipment and other assets	1,700		1,415
	Accrued film liability	2,654		572
	Accrued other	9,695		5,345
	Total	$	47,882	$	48,954

Debt_Debt_Repayment_Schedule_T

Debt Debt Repayment Schedule (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Debt Repayment Schedule [Abstract]	'
Schedule of Maturities of Long-term Debt [Table Text Block]	'
	10. Debt (continued)
	As of December 31, 2013, the scheduled principal repayments under our Note obligation for the subsequent five years and the remaining term of the note thereafter are as foll

Income_Taxes_Statement_of_Inco

Income Taxes Statement of Income, Domestic and Foreign (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Statement of Income, Domestic and Foreign [Abstract]	'
Schedule of Components of Income Tax Expense (Benefit) [Table Text Block]	'
	The components of our tax provision are as follows:
		Year Ended December 31,
		2013			2012			2011
	Current:
	Federal	$	2,933		$	4,825		$	16,674
	State and local	162			66			2,180
	Foreign	166			178			(381		)
	Deferred:
	Federal	(725		)	6,150			(5,687		)
	State and local	(680		)	34			(737		)
	Foreign	(17		)	(1		)	—
	Total	$	1,839		$	11,252		$	12,049
Schedule of Income before Income Tax, Domestic and Foreign [Table Text Block]	'
	Components of income before income taxes are as follows:
		Year Ended December 31,
		2013			2012			2011
	U.S.	$	4,011		$	42,397		$	36,764
	International subsidiaries	592			287			117
	Income before income taxes	$	4,603		$	42,684		$	36,881
Schedule of Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation [Table Text Block]	'
	The following sets forth the difference between the provision for income taxes computed at the U.S. federal statutory income tax rate of 35% and that reported for financial statement purposes:
		Year Ended December 31,
		2013			2012			2011
	Statutory U.S. federal tax at 35%	$	1,611		$	14,939		$	12,908
	State and local taxes, net of federal benefit	94			1,297			723
	Foreign rate differential	(21		)	(32		)	562
	Tax exempt interest income	(341		)	(492		)	(574		)
	Qualified production activity deduction	(94		)	(854		)	(1,450		)
	Unrecognized tax benefits	(278		)	(3,827		)	40
	Meals and entertainment	257			198			113
	Employee Stock Purchase Plan	133			41			(17		)
	Property and equipment depreciation	635			—			—
	Other	(157		)	(18		)	(256		)
	Provision for income taxes	$	1,839		$	11,252		$	12,049
Schedule of Deferred Tax Assets and Liabilities [Table Text Block]	'
	The tax effects of temporary differences that give rise to significant portions of the deferred tax assets and deferred tax liabilities consisted of the following:
		As of December 31,
		2013			2012
	Deferred tax assets:
	Accounts receivable	$	1,070		$	2,302
	Inventory	4,768			4,640
	Prepaid royalties	5,878			7,045
	Stock options/stock compensation	1,969			1,235
	Net operating loss carryforwards	1,512			1,618
	Investments	3			—
	Intangible assets	2,768			2,584
	Accrued liabilities and reserves	519			411
	Federal benefit related to uncertain tax positions	709			864
	Deferred tax assets, gross	19,196			20,699
	Valuation allowance	(1,512		)	(1,616		)
	Deferred tax assets, net	17,684			19,083
	Deferred tax liabilities:
	Property and equipment depreciation	(5,174		)	(7,825		)
	Capitalized feature film production costs	(2,951		)	(2,894		)
	Investments	(3		)	(230		)
	Deferred tax liabilities	(8,128		)	(10,949		)
	Total deferred tax assets, net	$	9,556		$	8,134
ScheduleofUnrecognizedTaxBenefits [Table Text Block]	'
	Unrecognized tax benefit activity is as follows:
		Year Ended December 31,
		2013			2012			2011
	Beginning Balance- January 1	$	2,128		$	10,733		$	10,083
	Increase to unrecognized tax benefits recorded for positions taken during the current year	108			307			1,226
	(Decrease) Increase to unrecognized tax benefits recorded for positions taken during a prior period	(3		)	(2,591		)	470
	Decrease in unrecognized tax benefits relating to settlements with taxing authorities	(28		)	(5,793		)	(242		)
	Decrease to unrecognized tax benefits resulting from a lapse of the applicable statute of limitations	(419		)	(528		)	(804		)
	Ending Balance- December 31	$	1,786		$	2,128		$	10,733

Film_and_Television_Production1

Film and Television Production Incentives Film and Television Production Incentive Table (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Other Industries [Abstract]	'
Schedule of Feature Film Production Assets [Table Text Block]	'
	Film and television production incentives received consisted of the following:
		Year Ended December 31,
		2013		2012		2011
	Feature film production incentives	$	864	$	1,851	$	6,067
	Television production incentives	10,345		7,979		6,565

Commitments_and_Contingencies_

Commitments and Contingencies Future Minimum Payments Commitment Table (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Commitments and Contingencies [Abstract]	'
Schedule of Future Minimum Rental Payments for Operating Leases [Table Text Block]	'
	Future minimum payments as of December 31, 2013 under the agreements described above were as follows:
		Operating		Talent and Other		Service Agreement Commitments		Total
		Lease		Commitments
		Commitments
	2014	$	3,866	$	14,970	$	7,637	$	26,473
	2015	2,732		9,688		—		12,420
	2016	2,413		8,251		—		10,664
	2017	1,605		7,131		—		8,736
	2018	1,357		1,513		—		2,870
	Thereafter	3,257		3,748		—		7,005
	Total	$	15,230	$	45,301	$	7,637	$	68,168

Stock_Based_Compensation_Restr

Stock Based Compensation Restricted Stock Units Table (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]	'
Schedule of Share-based Compensation, Restricted Stock and Restricted Stock Units Activity [Table Text Block]	'
	Stock-based compensation costs associated with our RSUs are determined using the fair market value of the Company's common stock on the date of the grant. These costs are recognized over the requisite service period using the graded vesting method, net of estimated forfeitures. We estimate forfeitures, based on historical trends, when recognizing compensation expense and adjust the estimate of forfeitures when they are expected to differ. RSUs typically have a three year service requirement and vest in equal annual installments. Unvested RSUs accrue dividend equivalents at the same rate as are paid on our shares of Class A common stock. The dividend equivalents are subject to the same vesting schedule as the underlying RSUs.
	16. Stock-based Compensation (continued)
	The following tables summarize the activity of RSUs for the year ended December 31, 2013:
		Units		Weighted-Average Grant-Date Fair Value
	Unvested at January 1, 2013	146,175		$	9.97
	Granted	51,977		$	9.91
	Vested	(64,357	)	$	10.2
	Forfeited	(32,550	)	$	9.04
	Dividend Equivalents	5,789		$	9.47
	Unvested at December 31, 2013	107,034		$	9.87
Disclosure of Compensation Related Costs, Share-based Payments [Text Block]	'
	Stock-based Compensation
	The 2007 Omnibus Incentive Plan (the "2007 Plan") provides for equity-based incentive awards as determined by the compensation committee of the Board of Directors as incentives and rewards to encourage officers and employees to participate in our long-term success. In 2004, we began issuing RSUs, which typically have a three year service requirement and vest in equal annual installments. In 2007, we began issuing PSUs in addition to RSUs, which are subject to certain performance conditions and generally vest ratably over three and one-half years.
	As of December 31, 2013, there were approximately 2.3 million shares available for future grants under the 2007 Plan. It is our policy to issue new shares to satisfy option exercises and the vesting of RSUs and PSUs.
	Stock Options
	We have not granted any stock options since June 2004. Since December 31, 2012, there are no stock options outstanding and no options were exercised during the years ended December 31, 2013, 2012, and 2011.
	Restricted Stock Units
	The Company grants RSUs to officers and employees under our 2007 Plan. Stock-based compensation costs associated with our RSUs are determined using the fair market value of the Company's common stock on the date of the grant. These costs are recognized over the requisite service period using the graded vesting method, net of estimated forfeitures. We estimate forfeitures, based on historical trends, when recognizing compensation expense and adjust the estimate of forfeitures when they are expected to differ. RSUs typically have a three year service requirement and vest in equal annual installments. Unvested RSUs accrue dividend equivalents at the same rate as are paid on our shares of Class A common stock. The dividend equivalents are subject to the same vesting schedule as the underlying RSUs.
	16. Stock-based Compensation (continued)
	The following tables summarize the activity of RSUs for the year ended December 31, 2013:
		Units		Weighted-Average Grant-Date Fair Value
	Unvested at January 1, 2013	146,175		$	9.97
	Granted	51,977		$	9.91
	Vested	(64,357	)	$	10.2
	Forfeited	(32,550	)	$	9.04
	Dividend Equivalents	5,789		$	9.47
	Unvested at December 31, 2013	107,034		$	9.87
		Year Ended December 31,
		2013			2012		2011
	Stock-based compensation expense	$	632		$	1,320	$	370
	Tax benefits realized	621			494		141
	Weighted-average grant-date fair value of RSUs granted	515			1,366		632
	Fair value of RSUs vested	656			647		1,700
	As of December 31, 2013, total unrecognized stock-based compensation expense related to unvested RSUs net of estimated forfeitures, was approximately $424, before income taxes, and is expected to be recognized over a weighted-average period of approximately 1.3 years.
	Performance Stock Units
	Stock-based compensation costs associated with our PSUs are initially determined using the fair market value of the Company's common stock on the date the awards are approved by our Compensation Committee (service inception date) and are granted under our 2007 Plan. The vesting of these PSUs are subject to certain performance conditions and a service requirement of three and one half years. Until such time the performance conditions are met, stock compensation costs associated with these PSUs are re-measured each reporting period based upon the fair market value of the Company's common stock and the probability of attainment on the reporting date. The ultimate number of PSUs that are issued to an employee is the result of the actual performance of the Company at the end of the performance period compared to the performance conditions. Stock compensation costs for our PSUs are recognized over the requisite service period using the graded vesting method, net of estimated forfeitures. Unvested PSUs accrue dividend equivalents once the performance conditions are met at the same rate as are paid on our shares of Class A common stock. The dividend equivalents are subject to the same vesting schedule as the underlying PSUs.
	16. Stock-based Compensation (continued)
	The following tables summarize the activity of PSUs for the year ended December 31, 2013:
		Units		Weighted-Average Grant-Date Fair Value
	Unvested at January 1, 2013	685,703		$	8.37
	Granted	932,786		$	15.47
	Vested	(314,008	)	$	9.35
	Forfeited	(74,318	)	$	11.81
	Dividend Equivalents	29,466		$	10.27
	Unvested at December 31, 2013	1,259,629		$	13.46
		Year Ended December 31,
		2013			2012		2011
	Stock-based compensation expense	$	4,489		$	2,440	$	2,378
	Tax benefits realized	3,318			2,252		904
	Weighted-average grant-date fair value of PSUs granted	14,430			4,913		6,062
	Fair value of PSUs vested	2,937			4,375		5,878
	During the year ended December 31, 2012, we granted 622,700 PSUs which were subject to performance conditions. During the three months ended March 31, 2013, the certain performance conditions related to these PSUs were met which resulted in us granting 127,890 additional PSU's in 2013 relating to the initial 2012 PSU grant.
	During the three months ended March 31, 2013, we granted 804,896 PSUs which are subject to certain performance conditions.
	As of December 31, 2013, total unrecognized stock-based compensation expense related to unvested PSUs, net of estimated forfeitures, was approximately $5,733, before income taxes, and is expected to be recognized over a weighted-average period of approximately 1.6 years.
	Employee Stock Purchase Plan
	We provide a stock purchase plan for our employees. Under the plan, all regular full-time employees may contribute up to 10% of their base compensation (subject to certain income limits) to the semi-annual purchase of shares of our common stock. The purchase price is 85% of the fair market value at certain plan-defined dates. As this plan is defined as compensatory, a charge is recorded to Selling, general and administrative expense for the difference between the fair market value and the discounted price. During 2013, 2012 and 2011, employees purchased 76,219, 76,676 and 67,537 shares of our common stock which resulted in an expense of $404, $85, $110, respectively.
Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) [Member]	'
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]	'
Disclosure of Compensation Related Costs, Share-based Payments [Text Block]	'
		Year Ended December 31,
		2013			2012		2011
	Stock-based compensation expense	$	632		$	1,320	$	370
	Tax benefits realized	621			494		141
	Weighted-average grant-date fair value of RSUs granted	515			1,366		632
	Fair value of RSUs vested	656			647		1,700

Stock_Based_Compensation_Perfo

Stock Based Compensation Performance Stock Unit Table (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]	'
Disclosure of Compensation Related Costs, Share-based Payments [Text Block]	'
	Stock-based Compensation
	The 2007 Omnibus Incentive Plan (the "2007 Plan") provides for equity-based incentive awards as determined by the compensation committee of the Board of Directors as incentives and rewards to encourage officers and employees to participate in our long-term success. In 2004, we began issuing RSUs, which typically have a three year service requirement and vest in equal annual installments. In 2007, we began issuing PSUs in addition to RSUs, which are subject to certain performance conditions and generally vest ratably over three and one-half years.
	As of December 31, 2013, there were approximately 2.3 million shares available for future grants under the 2007 Plan. It is our policy to issue new shares to satisfy option exercises and the vesting of RSUs and PSUs.
	Stock Options
	We have not granted any stock options since June 2004. Since December 31, 2012, there are no stock options outstanding and no options were exercised during the years ended December 31, 2013, 2012, and 2011.
	Restricted Stock Units
	The Company grants RSUs to officers and employees under our 2007 Plan. Stock-based compensation costs associated with our RSUs are determined using the fair market value of the Company's common stock on the date of the grant. These costs are recognized over the requisite service period using the graded vesting method, net of estimated forfeitures. We estimate forfeitures, based on historical trends, when recognizing compensation expense and adjust the estimate of forfeitures when they are expected to differ. RSUs typically have a three year service requirement and vest in equal annual installments. Unvested RSUs accrue dividend equivalents at the same rate as are paid on our shares of Class A common stock. The dividend equivalents are subject to the same vesting schedule as the underlying RSUs.
	16. Stock-based Compensation (continued)
	The following tables summarize the activity of RSUs for the year ended December 31, 2013:
		Units		Weighted-Average Grant-Date Fair Value
	Unvested at January 1, 2013	146,175		$	9.97
	Granted	51,977		$	9.91
	Vested	(64,357	)	$	10.2
	Forfeited	(32,550	)	$	9.04
	Dividend Equivalents	5,789		$	9.47
	Unvested at December 31, 2013	107,034		$	9.87
		Year Ended December 31,
		2013			2012		2011
	Stock-based compensation expense	$	632		$	1,320	$	370
	Tax benefits realized	621			494		141
	Weighted-average grant-date fair value of RSUs granted	515			1,366		632
	Fair value of RSUs vested	656			647		1,700
	As of December 31, 2013, total unrecognized stock-based compensation expense related to unvested RSUs net of estimated forfeitures, was approximately $424, before income taxes, and is expected to be recognized over a weighted-average period of approximately 1.3 years.
	Performance Stock Units
	Stock-based compensation costs associated with our PSUs are initially determined using the fair market value of the Company's common stock on the date the awards are approved by our Compensation Committee (service inception date) and are granted under our 2007 Plan. The vesting of these PSUs are subject to certain performance conditions and a service requirement of three and one half years. Until such time the performance conditions are met, stock compensation costs associated with these PSUs are re-measured each reporting period based upon the fair market value of the Company's common stock and the probability of attainment on the reporting date. The ultimate number of PSUs that are issued to an employee is the result of the actual performance of the Company at the end of the performance period compared to the performance conditions. Stock compensation costs for our PSUs are recognized over the requisite service period using the graded vesting method, net of estimated forfeitures. Unvested PSUs accrue dividend equivalents once the performance conditions are met at the same rate as are paid on our shares of Class A common stock. The dividend equivalents are subject to the same vesting schedule as the underlying PSUs.
	16. Stock-based Compensation (continued)
	The following tables summarize the activity of PSUs for the year ended December 31, 2013:
		Units		Weighted-Average Grant-Date Fair Value
	Unvested at January 1, 2013	685,703		$	8.37
	Granted	932,786		$	15.47
	Vested	(314,008	)	$	9.35
	Forfeited	(74,318	)	$	11.81
	Dividend Equivalents	29,466		$	10.27
	Unvested at December 31, 2013	1,259,629		$	13.46
		Year Ended December 31,
		2013			2012		2011
	Stock-based compensation expense	$	4,489		$	2,440	$	2,378
	Tax benefits realized	3,318			2,252		904
	Weighted-average grant-date fair value of PSUs granted	14,430			4,913		6,062
	Fair value of PSUs vested	2,937			4,375		5,878
	During the year ended December 31, 2012, we granted 622,700 PSUs which were subject to performance conditions. During the three months ended March 31, 2013, the certain performance conditions related to these PSUs were met which resulted in us granting 127,890 additional PSU's in 2013 relating to the initial 2012 PSU grant.
	During the three months ended March 31, 2013, we granted 804,896 PSUs which are subject to certain performance conditions.
	As of December 31, 2013, total unrecognized stock-based compensation expense related to unvested PSUs, net of estimated forfeitures, was approximately $5,733, before income taxes, and is expected to be recognized over a weighted-average period of approximately 1.6 years.
	Employee Stock Purchase Plan
	We provide a stock purchase plan for our employees. Under the plan, all regular full-time employees may contribute up to 10% of their base compensation (subject to certain income limits) to the semi-annual purchase of shares of our common stock. The purchase price is 85% of the fair market value at certain plan-defined dates. As this plan is defined as compensatory, a charge is recorded to Selling, general and administrative expense for the difference between the fair market value and the discounted price. During 2013, 2012 and 2011, employees purchased 76,219, 76,676 and 67,537 shares of our common stock which resulted in an expense of $404, $85, $110, respectively.
Schedule of Nonvested Performance-based Units Activity [Table Text Block]	'
	The following tables summarize the activity of PSUs for the year ended December 31, 2013:
		Units		Weighted-Average Grant-Date Fair Value
	Unvested at January 1, 2013	685,703		$	8.37
	Granted	932,786		$	15.47
	Vested	(314,008	)	$	9.35
	Forfeited	(74,318	)	$	11.81
	Dividend Equivalents	29,466		$	10.27
	Unvested at December 31, 2013	1,259,629		$	13.46
Schedule of Share-based Compensation, Restricted Stock and Restricted Stock Units Activity [Table Text Block]	'
	Stock-based compensation costs associated with our RSUs are determined using the fair market value of the Company's common stock on the date of the grant. These costs are recognized over the requisite service period using the graded vesting method, net of estimated forfeitures. We estimate forfeitures, based on historical trends, when recognizing compensation expense and adjust the estimate of forfeitures when they are expected to differ. RSUs typically have a three year service requirement and vest in equal annual installments. Unvested RSUs accrue dividend equivalents at the same rate as are paid on our shares of Class A common stock. The dividend equivalents are subject to the same vesting schedule as the underlying RSUs.
	16. Stock-based Compensation (continued)
	The following tables summarize the activity of RSUs for the year ended December 31, 2013:
		Units		Weighted-Average Grant-Date Fair Value
	Unvested at January 1, 2013	146,175		$	9.97
	Granted	51,977		$	9.91
	Vested	(64,357	)	$	10.2
	Forfeited	(32,550	)	$	9.04
	Dividend Equivalents	5,789		$	9.47
	Unvested at December 31, 2013	107,034		$	9.87
Performance Stock Units [Member]	'
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]	'
Disclosure of Compensation Related Costs, Share-based Payments [Text Block]	'
		Year Ended December 31,
		2013			2012		2011
	Stock-based compensation expense	$	4,489		$	2,440	$	2,378
	Tax benefits realized	3,318			2,252		904
	Weighted-average grant-date fair value of PSUs granted	14,430			4,913		6,062
	Fair value of PSUs vested	2,937			4,375		5,878

Stock_Based_Compensation_Sched

Stock Based Compensation Schedule of Non-Vest Stock Units Activity Table (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Schedule of Non-Vested Stock Untis Activity Table [Abstract]	'
Schedule of Share-based Compensation, Restricted Stock and Restricted Stock Units Activity [Table Text Block]	'
	Stock-based compensation costs associated with our RSUs are determined using the fair market value of the Company's common stock on the date of the grant. These costs are recognized over the requisite service period using the graded vesting method, net of estimated forfeitures. We estimate forfeitures, based on historical trends, when recognizing compensation expense and adjust the estimate of forfeitures when they are expected to differ. RSUs typically have a three year service requirement and vest in equal annual installments. Unvested RSUs accrue dividend equivalents at the same rate as are paid on our shares of Class A common stock. The dividend equivalents are subject to the same vesting schedule as the underlying RSUs.
	16. Stock-based Compensation (continued)
	The following tables summarize the activity of RSUs for the year ended December 31, 2013:
		Units		Weighted-Average Grant-Date Fair Value
	Unvested at January 1, 2013	146,175		$	9.97
	Granted	51,977		$	9.91
	Vested	(64,357	)	$	10.2
	Forfeited	(32,550	)	$	9.04
	Dividend Equivalents	5,789		$	9.47
	Unvested at December 31, 2013	107,034		$	9.87

Segment_Information_Tables

Segment Information (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Segment Reporting [Abstract]	'
Reconciliation of Operating Profit (Loss) from Segments to Consolidated	'
	18. Segment Information (continued)
	The following tables present summarized financial information for each of the Company's reportable segments:
Reconciliation of Operating Income to OIBDA [Table Text Block]	'
	Reconciliation of Total Operating Income to Total OIBDA
		Year Ended December 31,
		2013		2012		2011
	Total operating income	$	5,891	$	43,195	$	37,019
	Depreciation and amortization	24,469		20,024		14,980
	Total OIBDA	$	30,360	$	63,219	$	51,999
Reconciliation of Assets from Segment to Consolidated [Table Text Block]	'
	Assets by Segment:
		As of December 31,
		2013		2012
	Assets:
	Live and Televised Entertainment	$	186,015	$	150,014
	Consumer Products	12,940		13,227
	Digital Media	9,187		8,854
	WWE Studios	18,322		27,410
	Unallocated Corporate and other	151,998		181,878
	Total assets	$	378,462	$	381,383
Schedule of Capital Spending by Segment [Table Text Block]	'
	Capital Spending by Segment:
		Year ended December 31,
		2013		2012		2011
	Live and Televised Entertainment	$	31,077	$	3,123	$	5,210
	Consumer Products	225		5,188		1,793
	Digital Media	4,110		1,996		1,686
	Corporate and other	20,518		23,583		19,267
	Total purchases of property and equipment and other assets	$	55,930	$	33,890	$	27,956
Schedule of Revenue from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets, by Geographical Areas	'
	The information below summarizes net revenues to unaffiliated customers by geographic area:
		Year ended December 31,
		2013		2012		2011
	North America	$	391,663	$	365,942	$	350,523
	Europe/Middle East/Africa	72,409		70,720		76,165
	Asia Pacific	37,269		37,087		38,662
	Latin America	6,629		10,264		18,571
	Total net revenues	$	507,970	$	484,013	$	483,921

Quarterly_Financial_Summaries_

Quarterly Financial Summaries (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
Quarterly Financial Information Disclosure [Abstract]	'
Schedule of Quarterly Financial Information [Table Text Block]	'
			1st Quarter		2nd Quarter		3rd Quarter		4th Quarter
	2013		(1) (3)		(2)		(1) (2)		-1
	Net revenues		$	124,001	$	152,282	$	113,292	$	118,395
	Cost of revenues		$	74,866	$	96,855	$	70,947	$	80,360
	Net income (loss)		$	3,034	$	5,182	$	2,439	$	(7,891	)
	Net income (loss) per common share: basic		$	0.04	$	0.07	$	0.03	$	(0.11	)
	Net income (loss) per common share: diluted		$	0.04	$	0.07	$	0.03	$	(0.10	)
	2012
	Net revenues		$	123,068	$	141,648	$	104,197	$	115,100
	Cost of revenues		$	68,397	$	85,484	$	61,406	$	69,166
	Net income		$	15,331	$	11,943	$	3,527	$	631
	Net income per common share: basic		$	0.21	$	0.16	$	0.05	$	0.01
	Net income per common share: diluted		$	0.2	$	0.16	$	0.05	$	0.01
	-1	Cost of revenues for the first and third quarters of 2013 includes impairment charges of $4,696 and $6,965, respectively, related to certain of our feature films. Cost of revenues for the first and fourth quarters of 2012 includes impairment charges of $754 and $475, respectively, related to certain of our feature films. See Note 7. Feature Film Production Assets.
	-2	Net income for the second and third quarters of 2013 and 2012 includes the benefit of $257, $6,373, and $1,031, $4,143, respectively, relating to incentives received relating to television production.
	-3	Net income includes a $4,057 tax benefit in the first quarter of 2012 related to previously unrecognized tax benefits.

Summary_of_Signficant_Accounti2

Summary of Signficant Accounting Policies(Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Advertising Expense	$3,819	$3,934	$4,014

Earnings_Per_Share_Details

Earnings Per Share (Details)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Denominator:	'	'	'
Weighted average common shares outstanding - Basic (in shares)	74,939,000	74,595,000	74,212,000
Weighted average common shares outstanding - Diluted (in shares)	75,379,000	74,981,000	74,858,000
Earnings Per Share:	'	'	'
Weigthed Average Number Diluted Shares, Adjustment for Restricted and Performance Stock Units	438,000	379,000	637,000
Weighted Average Number Diluted Shares, Adjustment for ESPP Plan	2,000	7,000	9,000
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share, Amount	0	2,000	72,000
Antidilutive Restricted and Performance Stock Units Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share, Amount	395,000	0	0

Investment_Securities_and_Shor2

Investment Securities and Short-Term Investments (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Amortized Cost	$76,461	$85,699
Available-for-sale Securities, Gross Unrealized Gain	280	711
Available-for-sale Securities, Gross Unrealized Loss	-265	-84
Fair Value	76,476	86,326
Municipal Bonds [Member]	'	'
Amortized Cost	44,636	68,517
Available-for-sale Securities, Gross Unrealized Gain	176	566
Available-for-sale Securities, Gross Unrealized Loss	-91	-84
Fair Value	44,721	68,999
Corporate Debt Securities [Member]	'	'
Amortized Cost	31,825	17,182
Available-for-sale Securities, Gross Unrealized Gain	104	145
Available-for-sale Securities, Gross Unrealized Loss	-174	0
Fair Value	$31,755	$17,327

Investment_Securities_and_Shor3

Investment Securities and Short-Term Investments (Details 1) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Proceeds from Sale of Available-for-sale Securities	$2,793	$16,486	$15,656
Proceeds from Maturities, Prepayments and Calls of Available-for-sale Securities	41,525	28,705	27,670
Available-for-sale Securities, Gross Realized Gains	$1	$196	$142
Corporate Debt Securities [Member]	'	'	'
Minimum Period Contractual Maturities Of Investments	'6 months	'	'
Maximum Period Contractual Maturities Of Investments	'4 years	'	'
Municipal Bonds [Member]	'	'	'
Minimum Period Contractual Maturities Of Investments	'1 month	'	'
Maximum Period Contractual Maturities Of Investments	'9 years	'	'

Investment_Securities_and_Shor4

Investment Securities and Short-Term Investments (Detail Textuals) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Schedule of Cost-method Investments [Line Items]	'	'	'
Long-term Investments	$8,299	$5,220	'
Proceeds from Sale of Available-for-sale Securities	2,793	16,486	15,656
Proceeds from Sale of Other Investments	'	'	1,822
Available-for-sale Securities, Gross Realized Gains	1	196	142
Proceeds from Maturities, Prepayments and Calls of Available-for-sale Securities	41,525	28,705	27,670
Available-for-sale Securities, Gross Unrealized Losses	-265	-84	'
Available-for-sale Securities, Gross Unrealized Gains	280	711	'
Tout Industries [Member]	'	'	'
Schedule of Cost-method Investments [Line Items]	'	'	'
Cost Method Investments	'	5,000	'
Incremental Cost Method Investment	879	220	'
Other Investment Companies [Member]	'	'	'
Schedule of Cost-method Investments [Line Items]	'	'	'
Cost Method Investments	$2,200	'	'

Fair_Value_Measurement_Details

Fair Value Measurement (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Available-for-sale Securities, Fair Value Disclosure	$76,476	$86,326	'
Proceeds from Maturities, Prepayments and Calls of Available-for-sale Securities	41,525	28,705	27,670
Municipal Bonds [Member]	'	'	'
Available-for-sale Securities, Fair Value Disclosure	44,721	68,999	'
Corporate Debt Securities [Member]	'	'	'
Available-for-sale Securities, Fair Value Disclosure	31,755	17,327	'
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 1 [Member]	'	'	'
Available-for-sale Securities, Fair Value Disclosure	0	0	'
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 1 [Member] | Municipal Bonds [Member]	'	'	'
Available-for-sale Securities, Fair Value Disclosure	0	0	'
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 1 [Member] | Corporate Debt Securities [Member]	'	'	'
Available-for-sale Securities, Fair Value Disclosure	0	0	'
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 [Member]	'	'	'
Available-for-sale Securities, Fair Value Disclosure	76,476	86,326	'
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 [Member] | Municipal Bonds [Member]	'	'	'
Available-for-sale Securities, Fair Value Disclosure	44,721	68,999	'
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 [Member] | Corporate Debt Securities [Member]	'	'	'
Available-for-sale Securities, Fair Value Disclosure	31,755	17,327	'
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 [Member]	'	'	'
Available-for-sale Securities, Fair Value Disclosure	0	0	'
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 [Member] | Municipal Bonds [Member]	'	'	'
Available-for-sale Securities, Fair Value Disclosure	0	0	'
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 [Member] | Corporate Debt Securities [Member]	'	'	'
Available-for-sale Securities, Fair Value Disclosure	$0	$0	'

Fair_Value_Measurement_Details1

Fair Value Measurement (Details 1) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Proceeds from Sale of Available-for-sale Securities	($41,525)	($28,705)	($27,670)

Fair_Value_Measurement_Detail_

Fair Value Measurement (Detail Textuals) (USD $)	3 Months Ended				12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Sep. 30, 2013	Mar. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Mar. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
					Rate
Asset Impairment Charges	$6,965	$4,696	$475	$754	$11,661	$1,229	$23,414
Fair Value Of Film Production Assets	'	'	$1,657	'	$2,363	$1,657	$21,186
Fair Value Inputs, Discount Rate	'	'	'	'	13.00%	'	'

Property_and_Equipment_Details

Property and Equipment (Details) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Land, buildings and improvements	$106,749	$97,551
Equipment	107,305	93,316
Corporate aircraft	51,757	20,858
Vehicles	244	1,474
Property, Plant and Equipment, Gross	266,055	213,199
Less accumulated depreciation	-132,575	-111,037
Total	$133,480	$102,162

Property_and_Equipment_Detail_

Property and Equipment (Detail Textuals) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract]	'	'	'
Purchase of Corporate Aircraft	($30,898)	$0	$0
Depreciation	$22,906	$19,151	$14,520

Feature_Film_Production_Assets2

Feature Film Production Assets (Details) (USD $)	3 Months Ended				12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Sep. 30, 2013	Mar. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Mar. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Feature film productions:	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Theatrical Film Costs, Released	'	'	$13,238	'	$9,413	$13,238	'
Theatrical Film Costs, Completed and Not Released	'	'	7,849	'	3,130	7,849	'
Theatrical Film Costs, Production	'	'	1,977	'	2,686	1,977	'
Theatrical Film Costs, Development	'	'	627	'	789	627	'
Total	'	'	23,691	'	16,018	23,691	'
Asset Impairment Charges	$6,965	$4,696	$475	$754	$11,661	$1,229	$23,414

Feature_Film_Production_Assets3

Feature Film Production Assets (Detail Textuals) (USD $)	3 Months Ended				12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Sep. 30, 2013	Mar. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Mar. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Feature Film Production Assets [Abstract]	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Asset Impairment Charges	$6,965	$4,696	$475	$754	$11,661	$1,229	$23,414
Statement [Line Items]	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Future Amortization Expense, Percentage, Within Twelve Months	'	'	'	'	48.00%	'	'
Future Amortization Expense, Percentage, One Through Three Years	'	'	'	'	78.00%	'	'
Future Amortization Expense, Percentage, One Through Four Years	'	'	'	'	80.00%	'	'
Theatrical Film Costs, Released	'	'	13,238	'	9,413	13,238	'
Cost of Theatrical Film Development (in dollars)	'	'	'	'	'	1,045	728
Four Films Released [Member]	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Statement [Line Items]	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Theatrical Film Costs, Released	'	'	'	'	2,446	'	'
Two Films Released [Member]	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Statement [Line Items]	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Theatrical Film Costs, Released	'	'	$128	'	$2,808	$128	'

Television_Production_Assets_D

Television Production Assets (Details) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2013
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified			Television Production Assets [Member]
Amortization	'	'	$7,012
Television Production Assets	$10,772	$6,331	'

Accounts_Payable_and_Accrued_E2

Accounts Payable and Accrued Expenses (Details) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Payables and Accruals [Abstract]	'	'
Trade related	$8,565	$7,364
Payroll and related benefits	11,291	16,099
Talent related	6,304	9,805
Accrued event and television production	4,429	5,122
Accrued home video liability	1,341	1,989
Accrued legal and professional	1,903	1,243
Accrued purchases of property and equipment	1,700	1,415
Accrued film liability	2,654	572
Accrued other	9,695	5,345
Total	$47,882	$48,954

Accounts_Payable_and_Accrued_E3

Accounts Payable and Accrued Expenses (Detail Textuals) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Accounts Payable, Trade, Current	$8,565	$7,364
Employee-related Liabilities, Current	11,291	16,099
Accrued Talent Related Costs	$6,304	$9,805
Maximum [Member]	'	'
Less than Five Percent of Current Liabilities	5.00%	'

Debt_Detail_Textuals

Debt (Detail Textuals) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013
Long-term Line of Credit, Noncurrent (in dollars)	$200,000
Line of Credit Facility, Interest Rate at Period End	2.00%
Line of Credit Facility, Unused Capacity, Commitment Fee Percentage	0.38%
Debt Instrument, Unused Borrowing Capacity, Amount	83,000
Debt Instrument, Face Amount	31,568
Debt Instrument, Covenant Description	'consolidated leverage ratio (as calculated under the revolving credit facility) exceeds 2.8:1.0 or if our consolidated fixed charge coverage ratio (as calculated under the revolving credit facility) does not exceed 1.25:1.0.
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage	2.18%
Debt Instrument, Periodic Payment	406
Leverage Ratio	2,500
Fixed Coverage Ratio	1,250
Long-term Debt	29,636
Note Payable, Remaining Borrowing Capacity	$535

Debt_Debt_Repayment_Schedule_D

Debt Debt Repayment Schedule (Details) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Long-term Debt, Maturities, Repayments of Principal in Next Twelve Months	$4,251
Long-term Debt, Maturities, Repayments of Principal in Year Two	4,345
Long-term Debt, Maturities, Repayments of Principal in Year Three	4,440
Long-term Debt, Maturities, Repayments of Principal in Year Four	4,538
Long-term Debt, Maturities, Repayments of Principal in Year Five	4,638
Long-term Debt, Maturities, Repayments of Principal after Year Five	7,424
Long-term Debt, Total Repayments of Principal	$29,636

Income_Taxes_Detail_Textuals

Income Taxes (Detail Textuals) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011	Dec. 31, 2010
Tax Benefit from Stock Options and Stock Units Exercised	$3,939	$2,747	$4,908	'
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, at Federal Statutory Income Tax Rate	35.00%	'	'	'
Income Tax Examination, Interest Accrued	453	502	'	'
Unrecognized Tax Benefits, Income Tax Penalties Accrued	171	214	'	'
Deferred Tax Assets, Net, Current	12,237	14,403	'	'
Unrecognized Tax Benefits, Income Tax Penalties and Interest Expense	32	1,520	'	'
Effective Income Tax Rate, Continuing Operations	39.90%	26.40%	32.70%	'
Unrecognized Tax Benefits	1,786	2,128	10,733	10,083
Deferred Tax Liabilities, Noncurrent	16,147	15,269	'	'
Deferred Tax Liabilities, Noncurrent	4,884	9,092	'	'
Unrecognized Tax Benefits Period Estimated Increase Decrease	890	'	'	'
Income Tax Expense (Benefit)	1,839	11,252	12,049	'
Deferred Tax Assets, Net, Noncurrent	2,681	6,269	'	'
Deferred Tax Assets, Valuation Allowance	-1,512	-1,616	'	'
Deferred Tax Liability Not Recognized, Amount of Unrecognized Deferred Tax Liability	4,432	'	'	'
Unrecognized Tax Benefit Realized	330	4,352	'	'
Unrecognized Tax Benefits [Member]	'	'	'	'
Deferred Tax Liabilities, Noncurrent	'	174	'	'
Deferred Tax Liabilities, Noncurrent	'	1,612	'	'
Non Current Income Tax Liabilities [Member]	'	'	'	'
Income Tax Examination, Interest Accrued	591	696	'	'
Prepaid Expenses and Other Current Assets [Member]	'	'	'	'
Income Tax Examination, Interest Accrued	$33	$20	'	'

Income_Taxes_Components_of_Tax

Income Taxes Components of Tax Provision - Table (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Income Tax Reconciliation, Income Tax Expense (Benefit), at Federal Statutory Income Tax Rate	$1,611	$14,939	$12,908
Income Tax Reconciliation, State and Local Income Taxes	2,933	4,825	16,674
Current State and Local Tax Expense (Benefit)	162	66	2,180
Current Foreign Tax Expense (Benefit)	166	178	-381
Deferred Federal Income Tax Expense (Benefit)	-725	6,150	-5,687
Deferred State and Local Income Tax Expense (Benefit)	-680	34	-737
Deferred Foreign Income Tax Expense (Benefit)	-17	-1	0
Income Tax Expense (Benefit)	1,839	11,252	12,049
Income Tax Reconciliation, State and Local Income Taxes	94	1,297	723
Income Tax Reconciliation, Foreign Income Tax Rate Differential	-21	-32	562
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, Tax Exempt Income, Amount	-341	-492	-574
Income Tax Reconciliaton, Qualified Production Activity Deduction	-94	-854	-1,450
Income Tax Reconciliaton, Unrecognized Tax Benefits	-278	-3,827	40
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, Nondeductible Expense, Meals and Entertainment, Amount	257	198	113
Income Tax Reconciliation Employee Stock Purchase Plan	133	41	-17
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, Nondeductible Expense, Depreciation, Amount	635	0	0
Income Tax Reconciliation, Other Adjustments	($157)	($18)	($256)

Income_Taxes_Components_of_Inc

Income Taxes Components of Income Before Income Taxes (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations before Income Taxes, Extraordinary Items, Noncontrolling Interest	$4,603	$42,684	$36,881
Domestic Country [Member]	'	'	'
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations before Income Taxes, Extraordinary Items, Noncontrolling Interest	4,011	42,397	36,764
Foreign Country [Member]	'	'	'
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations before Income Taxes, Extraordinary Items, Noncontrolling Interest	$592	$287	$117

Income_Taxes_Tax_Effect_of_Tem

Income Taxes Tax Effect of Temporary Differences - Table (Details) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Deferred Tax Asset- Accounts Receivable	$1,070	$2,302
Deferred Tax Assets, Inventory	4,768	4,640
Deferred Tax Assets, Operating Loss Carryforwards	1,512	1,618
Deferred Tax Assets, Gross	19,196	20,699
Deferred Tax Assets, Valuation Allowance	-1,512	-1,616
Deferred Tax Assets, Net	17,684	19,083
Deferred Tax Liabilities	-8,128	-10,949
Deferred Tax Assets (Liabilities), Net	9,556	8,134
Deferred Tax Asset-Prepaid Royalties	5,878	7,045
Deferred Tax Asset-Stock Options, Stock Compensation	1,969	1,235
Deferred Tax Assets-Investments	3	0
Deferred Tax Asset-Intangible Assets	2,768	2,584
Deferred Tax Assets, Tax Deferred Expense, Reserves and Accruals, Accrued Liabilities	519	411
Deferred Tax Asset-Federal benefit related to uncertain tax positions	709	864
Deferred Tax Liability-Property and Equipment Depreciaton	-5,174	-7,825
Deferred Tax Liability-Capitalized feature film production costs	-2,951	-2,894
Deferred Tax Liabilities, Investments	($3)	($230)

Income_Taxes_Unrecognized_Tax_

Income Taxes Unrecognized Tax Benefits - Reconciliation Table (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011	Dec. 31, 2010
Unrecognized Tax Benefits, Period Increase (Decrease)	$108	$307	$1,226	'
Unrecognized Tax Benefits, Increases Resulting from Prior Period Tax Positions	-3	-2,591	470	'
Unrecognized Tax Benefits, Decreases Resulting from Settlements with Taxing Authorities	-28	-5,793	-242	'
Unrecognized Tax Benefits, Reductions Resulting from Lapse of Applicable Statute of Limitations	-419	-528	-804	'
Unrecognized Tax Benefits	$1,786	$2,128	$10,733	$10,083

Income_Taxes_Income_Tax_Reconc

Income Taxes Income Tax Reconciliation Federal versus Financial Statements- Table (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Income Tax Reconciliation, Income Tax Expense (Benefit), at Federal Statutory Income Tax Rate	$1,611	$14,939	$12,908
Income Tax Reconciliation, State and Local Income Taxes	94	1,297	723
Income Tax Reconciliation, Foreign Income Tax Rate Differential	-21	-32	562
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, Tax Exempt Income, Amount	-341	-492	-574
Income Tax Reconciliaton, Qualified Production Activity Deduction	-94	-854	-1,450
Income Tax Reconciliaton, Unrecognized Tax Benefits	-278	-3,827	40
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, Nondeductible Expense, Meals and Entertainment, Amount	257	198	113
Income Tax Reconciliation Employee Stock Purchase Plan	133	41	-17
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, Nondeductible Expense, Depreciation, Amount	635	0	0
Income Tax Reconciliation, Other Adjustments	-157	-18	-256
Income Tax Expense (Benefit)	$1,839	$11,252	$12,049

Income_Taxes_Tax_Effect_Deferr

Income Taxes Tax Effect - Deferred Tax Assets and Tax Liabilities (Details) (USD $)	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Deferred Tax Asset- Accounts Receivable	$1,070	$2,302
Deferred Tax Assets, Inventory	4,768	4,640
Deferred Tax Asset-Prepaid Royalties	5,878	7,045
Deferred Tax Assets, Operating Loss Carryforwards	1,512	1,618
Deferred Tax Assets-Investments	3	0
Deferred Tax Asset-Intangible Assets	2,768	2,584
Deferred Tax Assets, Tax Deferred Expense, Reserves and Accruals, Accrued Liabilities	519	411
Deferred Tax Asset-Federal benefit related to uncertain tax positions	709	864
Deferred Tax Assets, Gross	19,196	20,699
Deferred Tax Assets, Valuation Allowance	-1,512	-1,616
Deferred Tax Assets, Net	17,684	19,083
Deferred Tax Liability-Property and Equipment Depreciaton	-5,174	-7,825
Deferred Tax Liabilities	-8,128	-10,949
Deferred Tax Assets (Liabilities), Net	9,556	8,134
Deferred Tax Asset-Stock Options, Stock Compensation	1,969	1,235
Deferred Tax Liability-Capitalized feature film production costs	-2,951	-2,894
Deferred Tax Liabilities, Investments	($3)	($230)

Film_and_Television_Production2

Film and Television Production Incentives (Detail Textuals) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013							Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Film and Television Production Incentives [Text Block]	'							'	'
	Film and Television Production Incentives
	The Company has access to various governmental programs that are designed to promote film and television production within the United States and certain international jurisdictions. Incentives earned with respect to expenditures on qualifying film, television and other production activities, including qualifying capital projects, are included as an offset to the related asset or as an offset to production expenses when we have reasonable assurance regarding the realizable amount of the incentives. Film and television production incentives received consisted of the following:
		Year Ended December 31,
		2013		2012		2011
	Feature film production incentives	$	864	$	1,851	$	6,067
	Television production incentives	10,345		7,979		6,565
Film Production Incentives	$864							$1,851	$6,067
Television Production Incentives	$10,345							$7,979	$6,565

Commitments_and_Contingencies_1

Commitments and Contingencies Future Minimum Commitments Payment Table (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments Due, Next Twelve Months	$3,866	'	'
Other Commitment, Due in Next Twelve Months	14,970	'	'
Service Agreement Commitments, Repayment in next Twelve Months	7,637	'	'
Contractual Obligation, Due in Next Twelve Months	26,473	'	'
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments Due	15,230	'	'
Other Commitment	45,301	'	'
Service Agreement Commitments, Repayments	7,637	'	'
Commitments and Contingencies	68,168	'	'
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments, Due Thereafter	3,257	'	'
Other Commitment, Due after Fifth Year	3,748	'	'
Service Agreement Commitments, Repayment Due after Fifth Year	0	'	'
Contractual Obligation, Due after Fifth Year	7,005	'	'
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments, Due in Five Years	1,357	'	'
Other Commitment, Due in Fifth Year	1,513	'	'
Service Agreement Commitments, Repayment in Fifth Year	0	'	'
Contractual Obligation, Due in Fifth Year	2,870	'	'
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments, Due in Four Years	1,605	'	'
Other Commitment, Due in Fourth Year	7,131	'	'
Service Agreement Commitments, Repayment in Year Four	0	'	'
Contractual Obligation, Due in Fourth Year	8,736	'	'
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments, Due in Three Years	2,413	'	'
Other Commitment, Due in Third Year	8,251	'	'
Service Agreement Commitments, Repayment in Year Three	0	'	'
Contractual Obligation, Due in Third Year	10,664	'	'
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments, Due in Two Years	2,732	'	'
Other Commitment, Due in Second Year	9,688	'	'
Service Agreement Commitments Repayment in Second Year	0	'	'
Contractual Obligation, Due in Second Year	12,420	'	'
Operating Leases, Rent Expense	$5,405	$4,608	$2,847

Related_Party_Transactions_Det

Related Party Transactions (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended		39 Months Ended
In Thousands, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011	Apr. 30, 2011
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]	'	'	'
Common Stock Dividends Per Share Expired	'	'	$0.24
Related Party Transaction, Revenues from Transactions with Related Party	$4	$3	'
Common Class A [Member]	'	'	'
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]	'	'	'
Authorized Quarterly Cash Dividends Per Share	'	'	$0.36

Stockholders_Equity_Detail_Tex

Stockholders' Equity (Detail Textuals) (USD $)	12 Months Ended		39 Months Ended	12 Months Ended	39 Months Ended	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Apr. 30, 2011	Dec. 31, 2011	Apr. 30, 2011	Dec. 31, 2011	Dec. 31, 2011	Dec. 31, 2011	Dec. 31, 2011	Dec. 31, 2011	Dec. 31, 2013
				Common Class A [Member]	Common Class A [Member]	Common Class B [Member]	one [Member]	one [Member]	three [Member]	three [Member]	four [Member]
							Common Class A [Member]	Common Class B [Member]	Common Class A [Member]	Common Class B [Member]	Common Class A [Member]
Common Stock, Dividends, Per Share, Cash Paid (in dollars per share)	'	$0.12	'	'	'	'	$0.36	$0.24	$0.12	$0.12	$0.12
Common Stock Dividends Per Share Expired (in dollars per share)	'	'	$0.24	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Dividends, Common Stock, Cash	($35,979,000)	($35,815,000)	'	($19,957)	'	($27,852,000)	'	'	'	'	'
Authorized Quarterly Cash Dividends Per Share	'	'	'	'	$0.36	'	'	'	'	'	'

Stock_Based_Compensation_Detai

Stock Based Compensation (Detail Textuals) (USD $)	3 Months Ended	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, except Share data, unless otherwise specified	Mar. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Maximum Employee Subscription Rate	'	10.00%	'	'
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Discount from Market Price, Purchase Date	'	85.00%	'	'
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, Employee Stock Purchase Plans	'	76,219	76,676	67,537
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Number of Shares Available for Grant	'	2,300,000	'	'
Share-based Compensation	'	$5,525	$3,845	$2,868
Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) [Member]	'	'	'	'
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Nonvested Awards, Total Compensation Cost Not yet Recognized	'	424	'	'
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Vested in Period, Total Fair Value	'	656	647	1,700
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Grants in Period, Net of Forfeitures (in shares)	'	51,977	'	'
Share Based Compensation Arrangement By Share Based Payment Grants Nonvested (in shares)	'	107,034	146,175	'
Share Based Compensation Arrangement By Share Based Payment Grants Inperiod Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value Nonvested (in dollars per share)	'	$9.87	$9.97	'
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Grants in Period, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value (in dollars per share)	'	$9.91	'	'
Share-based Compensation	'	632	1,320	370
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Nonvested Awards, Total Compensation Cost Not yet Recognized, Period for Recognition	'	'1 year 3 months 0 days	'	'
Performance Stock Units [Member]	'	'	'	'
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Nonvested Awards, Total Compensation Cost Not yet Recognized	'	5,733	'	'
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Nonvested Awards, Total Compensation Cost Not yet Recognized, Period for Recognition	'	'1 year 7 months 0 days	'	'
Performance Shares [Member]	'	'	'	'
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, Other	804,896	'	622,700	'
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Grants in Period, Gross	'	127,890	'	'
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Vested in Period, Total Fair Value	'	2,937	4,375	5,878
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Grants in Period, Net of Forfeitures (in shares)	'	932,786	'	'
Share Based Compensation Arrangement By Share Based Payment Grants Nonvested (in shares)	'	1,259,629	685,703	'
Share Based Compensation Arrangement By Share Based Payment Grants Inperiod Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value Nonvested (in dollars per share)	'	$13.46	$8.37	'
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Grants in Period, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value (in dollars per share)	'	$15.47	'	'
Share-based Compensation	'	4,489	2,440	2,378
Employee Stock [Member]	'	'	'	'
Share-based Compensation	'	$404	$85	$110

Stock_Based_Compensation_Restr1

Stock Based Compensation Restricted Stock Units Table (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, except Share data, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Entity Information [Line Items]	'	'	'
Share-based Compensation	$5,525	$3,845	$2,868
Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) [Member]	'	'	'
Entity Information [Line Items]	'	'	'
Share-based Compensation	632	1,320	370
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Tax Benefits Recognized	621	494	141
Share Based Compensation Arrangement By Share Based Payment Grants Nonvested	107,034	146,175	'
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Grants in Period, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value	656	647	1,700
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Value of Grants in Period, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value	$515	$1,366	$632
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Grants in Period, Net of Forfeitures	51,977	'	'
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Grants in Period, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value	$9.91	'	'
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Stock Units Vested in Period	-64,357	'	'
Share-Based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Vested in Period	$10.20	'	'
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Forfeited in Period, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value	-32,550	'	'
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Forfeitures in Period	$9.04	'	'
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Dividend Equivalents in Period	5,789	'	'
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Dividends in Period, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value	$9.47	'	'
Share Based Compensation Arrangement By Share Based Payment Grants Inperiod Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value Nonvested	$9.87	$9.97	'

Stock_Based_Compensation_Perfr

Stock Based Compensation Perfromance Stock Unit Table (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, except Share data, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Share-based Compensation	$5,525	$3,845	$2,868
Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) [Member]	'	'	'
Share Based Compensation Arrangement By Share Based Payment Grants Nonvested	107,034	146,175	'
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Grants in Period, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value	$9.91	'	'
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Stock Units Vested in Period	-64,357	'	'
Share-Based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Vested in Period	$10.20	'	'
Share Based Compensation Arrangement By Share Based Payment Grants Inperiod Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value Nonvested	$9.87	$9.97	'
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Grants in Period, Net of Forfeitures	51,977	'	'
Share-based Compensation	632	1,320	370
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Tax Benefits Recognized	621	494	141
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Value of Grants in Period, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value	515	1,366	632
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Vested in Period, Total Fair Value	656	647	1,700
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Forfeitures and Expirations in Period	-32,550	'	'
Share-basedPaymentAwardOptionsForfeituresinPeriodWeightedAverageGrantDateFairValuePerShare	$9.04	'	'
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Dividend Equivalents in Period	5,789	'	'
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Dividends in Period, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value	$9.47	'	'
Performance Shares [Member]	'	'	'
Share Based Compensation Arrangement By Share Based Payment Grants Nonvested	1,259,629	685,703	'
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Grants in Period, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value	$15.47	'	'
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Stock Units Vested in Period	-314,008	'	'
Share-Based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Vested in Period	$9.35	'	'
Share Based Compensation Arrangement By Share Based Payment Grants Inperiod Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value Nonvested	$13.46	$8.37	'
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Grants in Period, Net of Forfeitures	932,786	'	'
Share-based Compensation	4,489	2,440	2,378
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Tax Benefits Recognized	3,318	2,252	904
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Value of Grants in Period, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value	14,430	4,913	6,062
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Vested in Period, Total Fair Value	$2,937	$4,375	$5,878
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Forfeitures and Expirations in Period	-74,318	'	'
Share-basedPaymentAwardOptionsForfeituresinPeriodWeightedAverageGrantDateFairValuePerShare	$11.81	'	'
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Dividend Equivalents in Period	29,466	'	'
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Dividends in Period, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value	$10.27	'	'

Employee_Benefits_Details

Employee Benefits (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
	Rate
Employee Benefit Plans [Abstract]	'	'	'
Defined Contribution Plan, Employer Matching Contribution, Percent	50.00%	'	'
Defined Contribution Plan, Maximum Annual Contribution per Employee, Percent	6.00%	'	'
Defined Contribution Plan, Cost Recognized	$1,606	$1,384	$1,239

Segment_Information_Details

Segment Information (Details) (USD $)	3 Months Ended								12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Sep. 30, 2013	Jun. 30, 2013	Mar. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Sep. 30, 2012	Jun. 30, 2012	Mar. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Operating Income (Loss)	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	$5,891	$43,195	$37,019
Payments to Acquire Productive Assets	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	25,032	33,890	27,956
Payments to Acquire Productive Assets, including Corporate Aircraft	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	55,930	'	'
Assets	378,462	'	'	'	381,383	'	'	'	378,462	381,383	'
Net revenues	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Net revenues	118,395	113,292	152,282	124,001	115,100	104,197	141,648	123,068	507,970	484,013	483,921
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization, Nonproduction	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	24,469	20,024	14,980
Operating Income Before Depreciation & Amortizaton (OIBDA)	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	30,360	63,219	51,999
Live and Televised Entertainment [Member]	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Payments to Acquire Productive Assets	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	31,077	3,123	5,210
Assets	186,015	'	'	'	150,014	'	'	'	186,015	150,014	'
Net revenues	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Net revenues	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	382,257	353,849	339,979
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization, Nonproduction	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	6,657	9,238	7,491
Operating Income Before Depreciation & Amortizaton (OIBDA)	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	119,498	126,452	123,414
Consumer Products [Member]	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Payments to Acquire Productive Assets	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	225	5,188	1,793
Assets	12,940	'	'	'	13,227	'	'	'	12,940	13,227	'
Net revenues	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Net revenues	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	76,406	87,756	94,914
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization, Nonproduction	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	1,562	874	460
Operating Income Before Depreciation & Amortizaton (OIBDA)	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	40,794	48,641	51,033
Digital Media [Member]	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Payments to Acquire Productive Assets	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	4,110	1,996	1,686
Assets	9,187	'	'	'	8,854	'	'	'	9,187	8,854	'
Net revenues	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Net revenues	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	38,529	34,531	28,132
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization, Nonproduction	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	2,693	1,485	1,174
Operating Income Before Depreciation & Amortizaton (OIBDA)	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	7,935	10,325	7,175
WWE Studios [Member]	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Assets	18,322	'	'	'	27,410	'	'	'	18,322	27,410	'
Net revenues	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Net revenues	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	10,778	7,877	20,896
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization, Nonproduction	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	9	9	9
Operating Income Before Depreciation & Amortizaton (OIBDA)	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	-12,744	-5,457	-29,375
Corporate [Member]	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Payments to Acquire Productive Assets	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	20,518	23,583	19,267
Assets	151,998	'	'	'	181,878	'	'	'	151,998	181,878	'
Net revenues	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization, Nonproduction	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	13,548	8,418	5,846
Operating Income Before Depreciation & Amortizaton (OIBDA)	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	-125,123	-116,742	-100,248
North America [Member]	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Net revenues	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Net revenues	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	391,663	365,942	350,523
Europe Middle East Africa [Member]	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Net revenues	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Net revenues	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	72,409	70,720	76,165
Asia Pacific [Member]	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Net revenues	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Net revenues	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	37,269	37,087	38,662
Latin America [Member]	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Net revenues	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Net revenues	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	$6,629	$10,264	$18,571

Segment_Information_Details_1

Segment Information (Details 1) (USD $)	3 Months Ended								12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Sep. 30, 2013	Jun. 30, 2013	Mar. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Sep. 30, 2012	Jun. 30, 2012	Mar. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Assets	$378,462	'	'	'	$381,383	'	'	'	$378,462	$381,383	'
Net revenues	118,395	113,292	152,282	124,001	115,100	104,197	141,648	123,068	507,970	484,013	483,921
Consumer Products [Member]	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Assets	12,940	'	'	'	13,227	'	'	'	12,940	13,227	'
Net revenues	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	76,406	87,756	94,914
Digital Media [Member]	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Assets	9,187	'	'	'	8,854	'	'	'	9,187	8,854	'
Net revenues	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	38,529	34,531	28,132
WWE Studios [Member]	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Assets	18,322	'	'	'	27,410	'	'	'	18,322	27,410	'
Net revenues	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	10,778	7,877	20,896
Corporate [Member]	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Assets	151,998	'	'	'	181,878	'	'	'	151,998	181,878	'
Live and Televised Entertainment [Member]	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Assets	186,015	'	'	'	150,014	'	'	'	186,015	150,014	'
Net revenues	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	$382,257	$353,849	$339,979

Segment_Information_Detail_Tex

Segment Information (Detail Textuals) (USD $)	3 Months Ended								12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Sep. 30, 2013	Jun. 30, 2013	Mar. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Sep. 30, 2012	Jun. 30, 2012	Mar. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Payments to Acquire Productive Assets	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	$25,032	$33,890	$27,956
Revenue, Net	118,395	113,292	152,282	124,001	115,100	104,197	141,648	123,068	507,970	484,013	483,921
Property, Plant and Equipment, Net	133,480	'	'	'	102,162	'	'	'	133,480	102,162	'
United Kingdom [Member]	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Revenue, Net	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	$36,003	$34,001	$33,178

Concentration_of_Credit_Risk_D

Concentration of Credit Risk (Detail Textuals) (Accounts Receivable [Member])	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013
	Rate
Accounts Receivable [Member]	'
Concentration Risk, Percentage	13.00%

Quarterly_Financial_Summaries_1

Quarterly Financial Summaries (Details) (USD $)	3 Months Ended								12 Months Ended
In Thousands, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Sep. 30, 2013	Jun. 30, 2013	Mar. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Sep. 30, 2012	Jun. 30, 2012	Mar. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2013											Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Asset Impairment Charges	'	$6,965	'	$4,696	$475	'	'	$754	$11,661											$1,229	$23,414
Schedule of Quarterly Financial Information [Table Text Block]	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'											'	'
											1st Quarter		2nd Quarter		3rd Quarter		4th Quarter
									2013		(1) (3)		(2)		(1) (2)		-1
									Net revenues		$	124,001	$	152,282	$	113,292	$	118,395
									Cost of revenues		$	74,866	$	96,855	$	70,947	$	80,360
									Net income (loss)		$	3,034	$	5,182	$	2,439	$	(7,891	)
									Net income (loss) per common share: basic		$	0.04	$	0.07	$	0.03	$	(0.11	)
									Net income (loss) per common share: diluted		$	0.04	$	0.07	$	0.03	$	(0.10	)
									2012
									Net revenues		$	123,068	$	141,648	$	104,197	$	115,100
									Cost of revenues		$	68,397	$	85,484	$	61,406	$	69,166
									Net income		$	15,331	$	11,943	$	3,527	$	631
									Net income per common share: basic		$	0.21	$	0.16	$	0.05	$	0.01
									Net income per common share: diluted		$	0.2	$	0.16	$	0.05	$	0.01
									-1	Cost of revenues for the first and third quarters of 2013 includes impairment charges of $4,696 and $6,965, respectively, related to certain of our feature films. Cost of revenues for the first and fourth quarters of 2012 includes impairment charges of $754 and $475, respectively, related to certain of our feature films. See Note 7. Feature Film Production Assets.
									-2	Net income for the second and third quarters of 2013 and 2012 includes the benefit of $257, $6,373, and $1,031, $4,143, respectively, relating to incentives received relating to television production.
									-3	Net income includes a $4,057 tax benefit in the first quarter of 2012 related to previously unrecognized tax benefits.
Revenue, Net	118,395	113,292	152,282	124,001	115,100	104,197	141,648	123,068	507,970											484,013	483,921
Net income	-7,891	2,439	5,182	3,034	631	3,527	11,943	15,331	2,764											31,432	24,832
Earnings Per Share, Basic	($0.11)	$0.03	$0.07	$0.04	$0.01	$0.05	$0.16	$0.21	$0.04											$0.42	$0.33
Earnings Per Share, Diluted	($0.10)	$0.03	$0.07	$0.04	$0.01	$0.05	$0.16	$0.20	$0.04											$0.42	$0.33
Unrecognized Tax Benefits Which Reduced Income Taxes [Member]	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'											'	'
Net income	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	4,057	'											'	'
Television Production Incentives [Member]	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'											'	'
Net income	'	$6,373	$257	'	'	$4,143	$1,031	'	'											'	'

Valuation_and_Qualifying_Accou1

Valuation and Qualifying Accounts (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011	Dec. 31, 2010
Allowance for Doubtful Accounts [Member]	'	'	'	'
Valuation and Qualifying Accounts Disclosure [Line Items]	'	'	'	'
Valuation Allowances and Reserves, Balance	$2,786	$6,275	$2,179	$12,316
Valuation Allowances and Reserves, Charged to Cost and Expense	-6	2,483	-692	'
Valuation Allowances and Reserves, Deductions	-3,483	1,613	-9,445	'
Allowance for Newstand Returns [Member]	'	'	'	'
Valuation and Qualifying Accounts Disclosure [Line Items]	'	'	'	'
Valuation Allowances and Reserves, Balance	2,038	2,145	3,286	4,277
Valuation Allowances and Reserves, Charged to Cost and Expense	14,948	14,355	23,626	'
Valuation Allowances and Reserves, Deductions	-15,055	-15,496	-24,617	'
Home Video Allowance for Returns [Member]	'	'	'	'
Valuation and Qualifying Accounts Disclosure [Line Items]	'	'	'	'
Valuation Allowances and Reserves, Balance	4,520	6,271	7,096	5,637
Valuation Allowances and Reserves, Charged to Cost and Expense	18,711	15,990	18,778	'
Valuation Allowances and Reserves, Deductions	($20,462)	($16,815)	($17,319)	'