Because you like Larry David in Curb Your Enthusiasm

In the simplest terms, in the most convenient definitions, people consider Brian a nerd. But he's more than that. See them in The Breakfast Club.

A resourceful ship systems engineer, Isaac Clarke does his best to batttle the infection spreading across space. See them in Dead Space.

A loyal dinosaur, Yoshi loves both saving the day and chowing down on a good meal. See them in Super Mario Bros..

Samwell Tarly is a scholar, not a fighter. But that's not good for an aspiring member of the Night's Watch. See them in Game of Thrones.

NiGHTS is a powerful but childlike spirit who hates being told what to do. See them in NiGHTS into Dreams.

Guillermo is the best servant a vampire could ask for. For years now. Not that he's counting. See them in What We Do In The Shadows.

This beautiful aesthete wins the hearts of both ladies and men. But Dorian Gray also happens to have his soul sealed in a painting. See them in Dorian Gray.

Tonya Harding has been shoved around her whole life. She just wants to feel free. See them in I Tonya.

Jorah Mormont is loyal to his queen. And he's quite in love with her as well. See them in Game of Thrones.

Emma Woodhouse knows what's best for everyone else. Just don't try to tell her what to do. See them in Emma.

Romantic, tortured, and at times cruel, Heathcliff is an intense man. See them in Wuthering Heights.