Because you like Eponine in Les Miserables

Shy and nerdy, Gabriella Montez moved to Albuquerque and quickly became the toast of East High and a darling of the stage. See them in High School Musical.

V is a violent anarchist with literally nothing left to lose. But, he might have a point. See them in V for Vendetta.

Once described as a "beautiful, tropical fish," Ann Perkins exudes warmth, and unlike most of her friends she also has common sense. See them in Parks and Recreation.

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

Although Morrigan knows every kind of magic there is, friendship is an untested area for her. See them in Dragon Age Series.

Clank is the quintessential rational, intelligent robot sidekick. See them in Ratchet & Clank.

Leslie Knope can accomplish anything, literally anything, with a little grit and help from her office. See them in Parks and Recreation.

A benevolent madman with a blue box, The Doctor is traveling through time and space to heal the wounds of the universe. See them in Doctor Who.

When it comes to flattery, manipulation, and politics, Oswald Cobblepot can play with the best of them. See them in Gotham.

Madman, murderer, or musician? No one knows the Phantom behind the mask. See them in The Phantom of the Opera.

In a group of self-serving career climbers, Laurel Castillo is the only one who wants to serve others. See them in How to Get Away with Murder.