Drooper [SDCC]

Drooper was released as part of the Funko Pop! Pez line at the 2019 San Diego Comic-Con. The figure draws inspiration from the 1970s television series The Banana Splits, a psychedelic variety show produced by Hanna-Barbera that featured a fictional rock band comprised of costumed animal characters. This specific release served as a nod to the nostalgic appeal of both the classic candy dispensers and the eccentric aesthetic of the original variety show.

The design of the figure merges the signature oversized-head silhouette of a Funko Pop! with the classic, stylized look of the iconic Pez dispenser character. While the line is designed by Funko's internal creative team to maintain brand uniformity across disparate pop culture properties, the inclusion of the Drooper character reflects a broader industry trend of celebrating cult television icons from the late twentieth century. It was primarily received by collectors as a niche commemorative item intended to bridge the gap between confectionery nostalgia and modern vinyl toy collecting.