Because you like George Bailey in It's A Wonderful Life

Jamal Malik came from humble beginnings in an Indian slub filled with street gangs, but he is destined for bigger things. See them in Slumdog Millionaire.

Rory Williams is a caring companion whose specialty is looking after others. See them in Doctor Who.

A powerful dragon-hunting warrior, Dovahkiin is destined for great things. See them in The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim.

Wei Wuxian is the most charming and fun necromancer around. See them in The Untamed.

Though the weight of a secret robs her of her voice, Melinda is nevertheless artistic, intelligent, and empathetic. See them in Speak .

Jules Vaughn likes glitter, sequins, and older men. See them in Euphoria.

Elio Perlman likes the piano, peaches, and his father's new research assistant a little too much. See them in Call Me by Your Name.

Napoleon Dynamite loves tater tots, mythical beasts, and reveling in his awkwardness. See them in Napoleon Dynamite.

Rue Bennett has been overprescribed and under-supervised her entire life. See them in Euphoria.

Sam Roth is sensitive, musically gifted, and scarred by his past. See them in Shiver .

On the football field, Tim Riggins has it together. But off the field, he sports bloodshot eyes and broken hearts. See them in Friday Night Lights (TV).

This is not a democracy. According to Torrance Shipman, it's a "cheerocracy." See them in Bring It On.