Because you like Hildy Johnson in His Girl Friday
Andy Dwyer might not be completely literate, but he makes up for it in spirit. See them in Parks and Recreation.
Galina Reznikov is the head chef of prison, cooking up meals as well as storms on anyone who dares to cross her; even the guards are terrified of her. See them in Orange Is The New Black.
Bob Parr is an ex-superhero now focused on being a dad, but he misses the action. See them in The Incredibles.
Arwen has to choose between a life of loneliness or love and inevitible death, both rather unfortunate options. See them in The Lord of the Rings.
Belle is an adventurous, intelligent fairy tale maiden who strives to see the best in everyone. See them in Once Upon a Time.
Although Thomas Sharpe is an English baronet, he doesn't have a Shilling to his name. He's in America to sell his invention and marry rich. See them in Crimson Peak.
Knuckles the Echidna is a 16-year-old red echidna (aka a spiny anteater) and guardian of the ancient Master Emerald. See them in Sonic the Hedgehog.
Frederick Frankenstein is an eccentric (O.K., maybe a little insane) professor who is excited to be delving into his family's past. See them in Young Frankenstein.
Rose Tyler may have not done too well in school, but she's certainly holding her own in space. See them in Doctor Who.
Britta Perry has never met a cause she couldn't passionately champion—at least for a little bit. See them in Community.
If anyone can stay optimistic and friendly under harsh alien rule, it's Alyx Vance. See them in Half-Life 2.