Big Slammu

Big Slammu, the powerful hammerhead shark protagonist, was released by Funko as part of their Pop! Television line in 2024. The figure serves as a nostalgic tribute to the 1994 animated series Street Sharks, which was created by DIC Productions to capitalize on the anthropomorphic creature trend popularized by the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. The character design stays true to the show's aesthetic, emphasizing the exaggerated, muscular, and aggressive traits that defined the original action figures.

The figure was developed by Funko’s design team to capture the unique silhouette of Slammu, highlighting his signature hammerhead profile and rugged, street-tough attire. As with many entries in the Pop! Television series, the item was marketed toward adults who grew up with the 90s cartoon, aiming to evoke a sense of Saturday morning nostalgia. Upon its announcement, the release was received with enthusiasm by collectors of 90s media, who appreciated the attention to detail on a character that had seen limited merchandise presence since the original toy line concluded.