Because you like Susanna Kaysen in Girl, Interrupted
Manipulative, conniving, and ruthless, Mr. Gold is enigmatic no matter what world he's in. See them in Once Upon a Time.
Part archaeologist, part philosopher, part politician, Jean-Luc Picard is an unashamed intellectual who runs a tight ship. See them in Star Trek: The Next Generation.
With an abundant supply of alcohol, nice restaurants, and free will, Crowley is a demon who is thoroughly enjoying his time on Earth. See them in Good Omens: The Nice and Accurate Prophecies of Agnes Nutter, Witch.
Roger Kint is a nervous, weak, ham-handed criminal. We think. See them in The Usual Suspects.
Kagami Hiiragi keeps her grades up, helps at Takanomiya Shrine, serves as class president, and hangs out with her friends. See them in Lucky Star.
April Kepner is an excellent surgeon, but outside of the operating room, she's more anxious than most. See them in Grey's Anatomy.
A plucky 13-year-old with a flair for the dramatic, Kiki is a witch in training. See them in Kiki's Delivery Service.
Beneath Arthur's brash demeanor lurks the heart of a compassionate future king destined to unite the five kingdoms. See them in Merlin.
If you need her, Lisa Simpson will be in her room with her saxophone and a good book. See them in The Simpsons.
The only defense Earth has against alien invaders are giant robots in the hands of pilots like Kaworu. See them in Neon Genesis Evangelion.