Note 22 - Derivative Liability Key Inputs in Determination of Fair Value of Optional and Mandatory Conversion (Details) - Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 [Member] - USD ($) $ / shares in Units, $ in Millions	6 Months Ended	12 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016
Fair Value Assets And Liabilities Measured On Recurring And Nonrecurring Basis Valuation Techniques [Line Items]
Total value of embedded derivative liability ($ millions)	$ 7	$ 43
Kodak's closing stock price	$ 9.10	$ 15.50
Expected stock price volatility	43.76%	42.85%
Risk free rate	1.78%	1.93%
Yield on the preferred stock	11.79%	11.38%