Because you like Archie Bunker in All in the Family
Thanos is an intergalactic warlord, on the hunt for infinite power. See them in Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Rory Williams is a caring companion whose specialty is looking after others. See them in Doctor Who.
A compassionate medical student, Martha Jones has found a Doctor she can really look up to. See them in Doctor Who.
A hurricane of a human being, Marla Singer is destructive and unforgettable. See them in Fight Club.
Randy Marsh is a geologist and Nobel Prize winner who is into binge drinking, starting riots, the Food Network, and P.F. Changs. See them in South Park.
Don't ask the ruthless queen of the Tokyo underworld any questions unless you're fine with losing a limb. See them in Kill Bill vol. 1.
Sylar's victims are found all over the country, many with their brains removed. See them in Heroes.
Miss Havisham is the creepiest old rich lady in town. See them in Great Expectations.
Give in to the dark side with vampire Lestat; it's more fun. See them in Interview with the Vampire: The Vampire Chronicles.
Wanting more out of life, Pam Beesly has a job she isn't crazy about and is engaged to a guy she's not sure is "The One." See them in The Office.
The black sheep of his family, Rhett Butler grew up to have charm and to see things as they are. He just doesn't give a damn anymore. See them in Gone with the Wind.