Because you like Javert in Les Miserables
Susan Pevensie is sensible, practical, and fiercely protective of those she loves. See them in The Chronicles of Narnia.
Sam Montgomery works hard, but her evil stepmother makes sure her efforts don't pay off. See them in A Cinderella Story.
Basil Hallward is dominated, soul, brain, and power by Dorian. See them in Dorian Gray.
Tony Montana makes up for his language barrier with his immense skill at cursing as loud and effectively as humanly possible. See them in Scarface.
Aslan represents everything good and just, he's just not super reliable. See them in The Chronicles of Narnia.
All Catelyn Stark wants is to keep her family safe, but life in Westeros makes it nearly impossible. See them in Game of Thrones.
A Wakandan spy, Nakia is capable, caring, and just the right amount of stubborn. See them in Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Chef is a swinging bachelor and former R&B singer with a leopard-skin upholstered couch and some great stories. See them in South Park.
Mother Gothel is a great mother as long as you never, ever, break the rules. See them in Tangled.
Relentlessly cheerful and optimistic, Erin Hannon is an office receptionist. See them in The Office.
Leonard "Bones" McCoy is passionate, moral, and ready to stitch you back together. See them in Star Trek.