Because you like Chucky in Child's Play
Harrison Wells is a brilliant scientist full of secrets. See them in DC Extended Universe.
Chris Chambers is from a family of social outcasts and criminals, and he wants more than anything to avoid ending up like them. See them in Stand By Me.
Think you grew up fast? At 12, Mathilda is an aspiring assassin eager to avenge her family's murder. See them in Leon: The Professional.
While he might drive colleagues crazy with his antics, Jake Peralta cares about the Nine-Nine more than most things. Including personal hygiene. See them in Brooklyn Nine-Nine.
Benji Applebaum is not a total nerd. He also happens to be super into magic. See them in Pitch Perfect.
A Silurian lizard woman, Madame Vastra has a penchant for puzzles and interspecies romance. See them in Doctor Who.
When you live your life in public, like Mima Kirigoe, it's hard to know who you really are. See them in Perfect Blue.
The biggest lesson from this inspiring teacher? Carpe diem. See them in Dead Poets Society.
Lily Aldrin is a flaky but supportive kindergarten teacher and painter. See them in How I Met Your Mother.