TheTeenage Mutant Ninja Turtlesare seemingly evergreen, as they’ve been around since the 1980s and are still well-known today. Every generation seems to get new content involving the crime-fighting turtle team, whether it’s movies, TV shows, or even comics.
You are also regularly treated to TMNT merchandise, including shirts, action figures, and, of course, Funko Pops! Naturally, the turtles themselves have inspired plenty of Funkos, but so have the likes of Splinter, Shredder, and April O’Neil. Therefore, there are plenty of contenders to be among the best TMNT Funko Pops! Here are the standout ones that are currently available.
Funko Pop! Movies: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem - Donatello
The Brains Of The Operation
Celebrate the TMNT: Mutant Mayhem movie with this film version of Donatello. The young turtle wears a dark purple mask, wristbands, elbow and knee pads, headphones around his neck, and a fanny pack. He’s also got a little smirk on his face, probably because he knows he looks good.
Not every Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles project is a winner. Yet, the Mutant Mayhem movie seemed to capture the fans' imagination, so it’s no surprise to see Funkos based on the characters.
This Donatello one catches the eye due to the visually appealing shade of purple used for his mask and other items of clothing. It’s also nice that the creators have attempted to re-create the movie version of the character, down to the inclusion of headphones, a tablet, a fanny pack, and his belt.
Funko Pop! Comics: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - Leonardo
A Leonardo For Fans Of Comics
In the original comics, all the Turtles had red masks, which is why this Funko of Leonardo does. That’s also why he’s got black shading all over his body to give that comic effect. To prove he’s Leonardo, he’s holding his trusty dual katanas.
This is a chase figure, meaning when you buy it, you may get a rare black-and-white version instead.
No, this isn’t Raphael. It’s a Funko based on the original comic version of Leanardo. As such, it’s a little strange to see him wearing a red mask.
Yet, the comic inspiration allows for the excellent black shading around the figure’s body, which really makes the colors pop. It also helps make his twin katanas even more visually appealing. Speaking of those blades, they help identify the character when he’s on display. His overly serious face also helps with that.
Funko Pop! Movies: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2: The Secret of The Ooze - Super Shredder (Metallic)
All That Fancy Armor Can’t Defend Against Turtles
There’s an argument to say that nobody has ever looked better than Super Shredder in The Secret of the Ooze movie. This Funko Pop tries to capture that look with the metallic finish on his helmet, shoulder pads, and shin guards. Underneath them is his purple body suit.
Critics didn’t love Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Secret of the Ooze movie, but it did provide manufacturers with inspiration for figures. After all, some ofthe best TMNT figuresreleased since then are based on the Super Shredder look that debuted in that film. This includes this Funko Pop!, which is an excellent re-creation of the character.
It looks just like the villain you see on screen, except with a Funko-shaped head. The metallic finish helps with this, as it makes his metal parts really shine. As such, the non-metallic version of this Funko doesn’t match up to this one.
Funko Pop! Comics: Mighty Morphin Power Rangers And Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - Raphael
Two Classic Series Combine
The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and the Power Rangers combine for this Raphael Funko Pop! The famous turtle is dressed in the Red Ranger outfit. He still has his TMNT mask and Sai blades, though.
The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and Mighty Morphing Power Rangers have done crossovers several times in the past. It’s nice to see it happen once again as Funko Pops! This Raphael figure is a well-done combination of the two series.
The turtle looks great in the Red Ranger outfit. It helps that the suit has been perfectly re-created in Funko form. It’s bright and vibrant, as is the turtle’s skin. He’s also doing an awesome pose with his two Sai blades, which makes it an even better display piece.
Funko Pop! Movies: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem - April O’Neil
A New April
The April O’Neil from Mutant Mayhem looks different from other adaptations of the character, and it’s not just her skin color. She wears a beanie, glasses, a yellow shirt, and ripped jeans. So, this Funko Pop based on the character is wearing the same thing.
Mutant Mayhem introduces the world to a new version of April O’Neil, who is different in both looks and personality. It’s hard to showcase that personality in a Funko Pop, but you can certainly show off the new look. Funko has done an exceptional job of that with this figure.
Besides not having a mouth, she looks exactly as she does on screen, from her outfit to her hair. The designers have even paid attention to the little details, such as the rips in her jeans and the spots on her face.
Funko Pop! Retro Toys: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - Leonardo
Leonardo From The Live-Action Movies
Leonardo often means business, and this Funko Pop captures that spirit. He’s got his serious face on, and he’s armed with his dual katanas. As for his outfit, he’s got his blue mask on, while his knee and elbow pads are brown.
For many people, the early ’90s live-action movies were their introduction to the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Therefore, they’re an important part of TMNT’s legacy. As such, it’s nice to see Funko make figures of them. This Leonardo one is among the company’s best efforts.
The coloring is almost perfect. The green skin is a very similar shade to the one seen in the movies, and the blue on the mask is nearly identical, too. Even his trusty katanas look great.
No TMNT Funko collection would be complete without a Splinter figure. After all, he’s the mastermind behind the entire Turtles team.
This one, based on the version of Splinter from the Mutant Mayhem film, looks exactly like his movie counterpart. His outfit is very accurate, but his face is the most impressive part. All of his features are pretty much spot on. And his expression is what you’d expect from an old mentor trying to wrangle up a group of rambunctious, overgrown turtles.
FAQ
Who Owns Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles?
The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles are owned by a company called Viacom. They’re the parent company of Nickelodeon, which is why you see the Nickelodeon logo on the TMNT Funko Pop! boxes.
What Is The Rarest Funko Pop In The World?
There are a bunch ofFunko Pops that are really rare, but it’s hard to decide which is the rarest of them all. One of the contenders is certainly the red metallic Superhero Stan Lee. It was released exclusively at L.A. Comic Con in 2017.
