Because you like Andy Dufresne in The Shawshank Redemption

Eponine is a scrappy street urchin with a bad case of unrequited love. See them in Les Miserables.

Ethan Hunt's mission, should he chose to accept it, is to save the world from impossible threats. See them in Mission: Impossible.

Vash might act like a carefree, peace-loving goof, but it's not wise to underestimate this "Humanoid Typhoon." See them in Trigun.

He's the great Black Star, and he's come to assassinate you. See them in Soul Eater.

When it comes to flattery, manipulation, and politics, Oswald Cobblepot can play with the best of them. See them in Gotham.

Taking down villains, standing up to sexism, and pulling off a bright-red lipstick are all in a day's work for Agent Peggy Carter. See them in Marvel Cinematic Universe.

All the world's a stage, and Missy Piggy's never one to give up the spotlight. See them in The Muppet Movie.

Imperator Furiosa is a badass patriarchy toppler. She'll do anything to secure a better, freer future for the women she cares for. See them in Mad Max: Fury Road.

Konata Izumi has a live-now, worry-later view of the world. See them in Lucky Star.

An opportunistic fugitive-turned-bounty-hunter, Faye Valentine uses both grit and her good looks to get ahead. See them in Cowboy Bebop.

A grumpy tourist trap owner, Grunkle Stan has a few deep secrets. See them in Gravity Falls.

For Sly Cooper, stealing isn't just about the haul. It's also about the journey. See them in Sly Cooper.