Because you like Lloyd Dobler in Say Anything

A self-proclaimed diva, Mercedes Jones is on the hunt for a stage worthy of her talents. See them in Glee.

Joe West is overprotective and secretive when his children are involved. See them in DC Extended Universe.

Khan Noonien Singh is super strong, super smart, and out for revenge. He always seems to be two steps ahead of his enemies. See them in Star Trek Into Darkness.

As high-strung as she is talented, Rachel Berry both marches and sings to the beat of her own drum. See them in Glee.

The "runt" of his biker gang, Tetsuo Shima grapples with a perpetual inferiority complex. See them in Akira.

There's magic behind Tara Maclay's quiet façade. See them in Buffy the Vampire Slayer.

Henry Mills is an idealistic young boy with the heart of the truest believer. See them in Once Upon a Time.

Privileged young Bruce's childhood was nearly perfect. Now, his life is anything but. See them in Gotham.

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

Running away from murderous aliens has turned into an interstellar chase for Jupiter Jones. See them in Jupiter Ascending.

Hans Landa doesn't seem to have issues with Jews, but he hunts them because he's determined to do his job well. See them in Inglourious Basterds.