Because you like Rose Tyler in Doctor Who

Madoka Kaname's new world of witches is challenging her optimism. Still, even in the worst of circumstances, she holds onto hope. See them in Puella Magi Madoka Magica.

Tracy Turnblad's got rhythm, and she's determined to share her dance moves with the world. See them in Hairspray.

Nothing instills more fear in the Empire than the deep kshhh of Darth Vader breathing through his helmet. See them in Star Wars Series.

If you hang out with Bender in cool dive bars in 31st century New York, make sure you're on his "Do Not Kill" list. See them in Futurama.

Sid Jenkins is the ultimate underachiever, but he doesn't mind. Well, he pretends he doesn't. See them in Skins.

Elio Perlman likes the piano, peaches, and his father's new research assistant a little too much. See them in Call Me by Your Name.

It's certainly easier to get great footage of crimes when you can guarantee they'll happen. See them in Nightcrawler.

Alex DeLarge likes his favorite milk-based, drug-laced cocktail. It helps him get in the mood for a night of "ultra violence." See them in A Clockwork Orange.

Everyone is just a chess piece, and Izaya Orihara is a master player. See them in Durarara!!.

A sadistic sociopath, Lil Z is helping make the City of God slum a Hell on Earth. See them in City of God.

Marv is a brutish but principled thug who'd be right at home on an ancient battlefield. See them in Sin City.

Kiara Carrera is a hippie socialist who likes sea turtles more than people. See them in Outer Banks.