Because you like Barbossa in Pirates of the Caribbean: the Curse of the Black Pearl
Steve Stifler is more than just a dude with a hot mom. He's also rude, profane, and obnoxious. See them in American Pie.
Stoic, cynical, and brilliant, Solid Snake was genetically engineered to be the perfect soldier. See them in Metal Gear Series.
All the world's a stage, and Missy Piggy's never one to give up the spotlight. See them in The Muppet Movie.
Gruff and sarcastic, Detective Harry Dresden use unconventional ways to track down perps, including using magic and the supernatural. See them in The Dresden Files.
Ellie is more world-weary than most 14-year-olds. You would be too if your world was infested with zombies. See them in The Last of Us.
Susanna Kaysen is an aspiring writer, despairing young woman who struggles with suicidal thoughts. See them in Girl, Interrupted.
Both brave and foolhardy, Thomas trusts his instincts above all else. See them in The Maze Runner.
In love with a daughter of his family's sworn enemies, Romeo Montague must find a way to reconcile his conflicting desires. See them in Romeo & Juliet.
Dr. Gordon Freeman is a brilliant physicist is a quiet hero. And given all the violent aliens, he better be. See them in Half-Life.
Given his ability to wrench street signs from the ground, Shizuo Heiwajima is a useful one to have in dangerous Ikekuburo. See them in Durarara!!.
The biggest nerd in high school, Bill Haverchuck is the biggest target for bullies. See them in Freaks and Geeks.