Because you like Kathryn Merteuil in Cruel Intentions

CIA operative Carrie Mathison is on a self-assigned mission to follow a lead, whether it be the truth or just her delusions playing tricks. See them in Homeland.

Jenny Flint is a devoted wife and daring crime fighter, which is pretty unconventional for a Victorian maid. See them in Doctor Who.

A powerful priestess, Melisandre is shrouded in mystery and lots of red. See them in Game of Thrones.

Tony Stonem is the golden boy of Bristol. Problem is, he knows it. See them in Skins.

Steve Stifler is more than just a dude with a hot mom. He's also rude, profane, and obnoxious. See them in American Pie.

Juno MacGuff is hoping sarcasm will get her through the stress of teenage life. And also, teenage pregnancy. See them in Juno.

Told her son will one day save the world, Sarah Connor dedicates her life to training him to do just that. See them in The Terminator.

Emma Frost's superpower: transforming her body into an unbreakable diamond. See them in X-Men Series.

It’s a shame that the Seven Kingdoms doesn’t allow a woman to rule. The scheming, focused Cersei Lannister would do a far better job than either of her sons. See them in Game of Thrones.

Robbie Turner has been accused of a crime he never committed, changing the course of his life forever. See them in Atonement.

Mother Gothel is a great mother as long as you never, ever, break the rules. See them in Tangled.

Nina Sayer finally landed the role of prima ballerina, but as tension ramps up in rehearsal, she starts losing her mind. See them in Black Swan.