Because you like Charlie Bucket in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

Fiona Gallagher wants to be able to give her siblings everything that they deserve because her parents aren't going to do it. See them in Shameless.

Everyone is just a chess piece, and Izaya Orihara is a master player. See them in Durarara!!.

Whether he’s hacking or dodging a bullet, Neo has a poker face that never drops. And it doesn’t hurt that he’s prophesied to be "The One" to save humanity. See them in The Matrix.

Steven Universe is an excitable youth who likes junk food and trying to save the world. See them in Steven Universe.

Britta Perry has never met a cause she couldn't passionately champion—at least for a little bit. See them in Community.

While Fantine's gentleness has led others to take advantage of her, it ultimately forces her to become stronger. See them in Les Miserables.

Cher Horowitz may have a problem with hubris, but she looks utterly fabulous while learning a lesson about the dangers of meddling. See them in Clueless.

A doting grandfather, Edwin Hoover also has a heroin addiction and a penchant for swearing. See them in Little Miss Sunshine.

Brilliant, violent, and only a little insane, the Joker doesn't listen to anyone except the voices in his head. See them in DC Extended Universe.

Dory is more than a little forgetful, but she'll always remember to have your back. See them in Finding Nemo.

Driven, resentful, and ruthless, Mello is an emotional powder keg. It's only a matter of time before he explodes. See them in Death Note.