Because you like Merry Brandybuck in The Lord of the Rings

Aladdin is a street-thief who is on his way up. Way, way up! See them in Aladdin.

Will Turner is an earnest, lovelorn blacksmith's assistant with an adventurous spirit. See them in Pirates of the Caribbean: the Curse of the Black Pearl.

There's more to this sweet, caring landlady than meets the eye. See them in Sherlock.

Dash Parr's super speed helps with his impatience. See them in The Incredibles.

A majestic ruler, Mufasa is respected throughout the animal kingdom. See them in The Lion King.

Bran Stark discovered a scandelous family secret. He swore to keep quiet but soon found himself on the receiving end of attempted murder. See them in Game of Thrones.

Davos Seaworth is steadfast, intelligent, and trustworthy, which are hard traits to find in a place like Westeros. See them in Game of Thrones.

Aslan represents everything good and just, he's just not super reliable. See them in The Chronicles of Narnia.

This elf loves smiling, eating sugar, and spreading Christmas cheer. And no matter what, Buddy always sees the best in people. See them in Elf.

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

A monstrous pirate captain, Davy Jones is quite literally heartless. See them in Pirates of the Caribbean: the Curse of the Black Pearl.

Honest, true, and just, Ned Stark is a good man. Unfortunately, those traits are not assets in Westerosi politics. See them in Game of Thrones.