Because you like Buttercup in The Princess Bride
It turns out Dracula's son Alucard has some pretty severe daddy issues. See them in Castlevania.
Although she is underestimated, Lagertha never fails to prove her worth as both a warrior and a mother. See them in Vikings.
Joe West is overprotective and secretive when his children are involved. See them in DC Extended Universe.
A bureaucrat in the Land of the Dead, Manuel Calavera is a jaded, sarcastic loner who just might have a hidden heroic side. See them in Grim Fandango.
Hunting ghosts is both a job and a passion for Abby Yates. See them in Ghostbusters (2016).
Whether it's randomly bursting into song or writing Nancy Drew fan-fiction, Jess proudly marches to the beat of her own drum. See them in New Girl.
Jillian Holtzmann's madcap mind is always whirring and she will transform anything into one of her machines. See them in Ghostbusters (2016).
Kesuke Miyagi is a karate expert who thinks the best way a scrawny high schooler can learn how to defend himself is by washing every surface in sight. See them in The Karate Kid.
Velma Dinkley is all about getting results, not taking credit. She is the unsung hero of Mystery Inc. See them in Scooby-Doo.
There's more to this sweet, caring landlady than meets the eye. See them in Sherlock.
Michael Kelso gets by on his good looks and his openhearted nature. See them in That '70s Show.