Because you like Henry Higgins in My Fair Lady
Gloria Delgado-Pritchett's big personality is rivaled only by her big heart. Wait, did we mention she's gorgeous? See them in Modern Family.
Whether it's punching a meteor or saving a teen from jumping, Superman tries to be in as many places as Kryptonianly possible. See them in DC Extended Universe.
Larger than life and wealthy beyond measure, Willy Wonka is more than a titan in the sweets industry; he is an arbiter of taste. See them in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
After surviving consecutive fights-to-the-death (damn you, President Snow!), Katniss Everdeen is thrust to the front lines of a real war. See them in The Hunger Games .
When push comes to shove, the usually overly cautious Luigi has the heart of a hero. See them in Super Mario Bros..
A loyal dinosaur, Yoshi loves both saving the day and chowing down on a good meal. See them in Super Mario Bros..
Fiery, intelligent, and opinionated, Jo March rebels against the restrictions of her era. See them in Little Women.
Tarzan is walking the line between human and animal. Good thing he has excellent balance. See them in Tarzan.
Castiel might be an immortal angel, but the human world is still more than a little confusing. See them in Supernatural.
Smart and sensitive Sam Winchester tried to escape the family business, but ghosts have a way of haunting you. See them in Supernatural.
Hiccup Haddock III may be the only Viking nerd in recorded history. See them in How to Train Your Dragon.