Because you like Sybil Crawley in Downton Abbey
A legendary warrior with a complicated relationship to the truth, Jaime Lannister is revered and reviled in equal measure See them in Game of Thrones.
CIA operative Carrie Mathison is on a self-assigned mission to follow a lead, whether it be the truth or just her delusions playing tricks. See them in Homeland.
Despite the war-torn world around him, Mal Reynolds still holds onto the shred of hope that life can be more than just living another day. See them in Firefly.
The seasoned detectives in River Heights have got nothing on amateur sleuth Nancy Drew. See them in Nancy Drew.
Honest, true, and just, Ned Stark is a good man. Unfortunately, those traits are not assets in Westerosi politics. See them in Game of Thrones.
Fiery and adventurous, Amy Pond is the sort of woman you'd want by your side on a journey through time and space. See them in Doctor Who.
Ursula will oh-so-generously grant your wishes for a price. See them in The Little Mermaid.
A no-nonsense pro, Agent K has dedicated his whole life to his job. See them in Men in Black.
Holland March is known to wake up hungover in full bathtubs. See them in The Nice Guys.
White Witch's heart is as frozen as the land she rules. See them in The Chronicles of Narnia.
Irene Adler has to use both her brains and her body to survive. Luckily, she's usually the most brilliant person in the room. See them in Sherlock.