Because you like Ivan Vanko / Whiplash in Marvel Cinematic Universe

A hardboiled 1940s detective, Cole Phelps is haunted by his past in World War II. See them in L.A. Noire.

It's certainly easier to get great footage of crimes when you can guarantee they'll happen. See them in Nightcrawler.

Winston Bishop is sweet, thoughtful, and a little oblivious. And above, he's a loyal friend. See them in New Girl.

Ethical but anxious, Chidi Anagonye approaches life like a problem to be solved. See them in The Good Place.

A nurturing, selfless, and level-headed leader, Makoto Tachibana loves looking out for his friends. See them in Free! Iwatobi Swim Club.

An exuberant prankster, Naruto Uzumaki craves acknowledgement of any kind. See them in Naruto.

People think that because Tris is small, or a girl, or a Stiff, she can't possibly be cruel. But they're wrong. See them in Divergent.

In love with a daughter of his family's sworn enemies, Romeo Montague must find a way to reconcile his conflicting desires. See them in Romeo & Juliet.

Xena's a warrior on a redemptive quest who excels in extreme sports and uses a whip to block axes in mid-air. See them in Xena Warrior Princess.

A gruff and hardened professional, Marcus Fenix keeps his emotions buried deep. See them in Gears of War.

Christopher Turk is bringing his A-game to his next big challenge: becoming a surgeon. See them in Scrubs.

Loyal to his family and associates and distrustful of anyone else, Tony Soprano is a good guy to have on your side. See them in The Sopranos.