Because you like Terence Fletcher in Whiplash
The Hastings family is old and powerful, and Spencer will do anything to continue excelling. See them in Pretty Little Liars.
Felicity Smoak is a brilliant hacker who nonetheless becomes tongue-tied in front of attractive men. See them in DC Extended Universe.
Ted Logan wants to party on, but if doesn't get an A+ on his history presentation, he'll flunk out and be sent to a military school in Alaska. See them in Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure.
Castiel might be an immortal angel, but the human world is still more than a little confusing. See them in Supernatural.
Don't mess with Mickey Milkovich unless you want to see the wrong side of one of his many guns. See them in Shameless.
Basil Hallward is dominated, soul, brain, and power by Dorian. See them in Dorian Gray.
Jenny Flint is a devoted wife and daring crime fighter, which is pretty unconventional for a Victorian maid. See them in Doctor Who.
Though she has the normal insecurities of a 15-year-old, Aurora is both courageous and empathetic. See them in Maleficent.
Whether it's a companion he’s failed or lingering guilt from the war, the Doctor can never truly let go of his past lives. See them in Doctor Who.
Tina Cohen-Chang is a shy loner who becomes a fierce performer on stage. See them in Glee.
Liesel Meminger is trying to ease the suffering of those around her, German and Jew alike. See them in The Book Thief.