Because you like Lady Macbeth in Macbeth
Connor Walsh is arrogant enough to think he's the smartest guy in the room, and quick-witted enough to prove that he is. See them in How to Get Away with Murder.
Nicholas Angel is super-dedicated to his job as a police officer. Maybe a little too dedicated. See them in Hot Fuzz.
In charge of stocking the office's supply of cigarettes and liquor, Joan Holloway could run the whole company if they would let her. See them in Mad Men.
A contemptuous aristocrat, Violet Crawley is unafraid to exert her authority and voice her opinions, no matter how harsh they are. See them in Downton Abbey.
Viking Astrid Hofferson has it all: brains, brawn, and some killer braids. See them in How to Train Your Dragon.
Rupert Giles is a librarian on the outside, fearless evil-fighter on the inside. See them in Buffy the Vampire Slayer.
With each reboot, Janet progresses more and becomes capable of human emotions. See them in The Good Place.
Handsome Jack is wearing a mask of his own face to hide his scarred real one. See them in Borderlands Series.
Blaine Anderson is a put-together prep school boy with the voice of an angel. See them in Glee.
Otis Milburn's mom is a sex therapist, which doesn't help when it comes to being bullied at school. See them in Sex Education.
N'Jadaka is a righteous man with a violent agenda. See them in Marvel Cinematic Universe.
A majestic ruler, Mufasa is respected throughout the animal kingdom. See them in The Lion King.