Because you like Thomas Barrow in Downton Abbey
A poised, stately man-out-of-time, Ichabod Crane typically faces the modern world with wry quip. See them in Sleepy Hollow.
A formerly righteous wizard, Saruman has been corrupted by the forces of evil. See them in The Lord of the Rings.
There can be no doubt that Ben Linus is a huge liar. But one man's lies are another man's necessary steps to protect his people. See them in Lost.
James Gordon happens to be the one guy in Gotham City with proper morals who doesn't also run around in a cape. See them in DC Extended Universe.
A rugged treasure hunter, Rick O'Connell finds adventure wherever he goes – whether he wants to or not. See them in The Mummy.
How lucky are we that Arthur Curry, the King of Atlantis, hasn't taken over the surface world? Very! See them in DC Extended Universe.
A powerful priestess, Melisandre is shrouded in mystery and lots of red. See them in Game of Thrones.
Javert is an inspector with a single-minded focus: to bring criminals to justice. See them in Les Miserables.
A suave manipulator, Sebastian Valmont is valiantly fighting off a developing conscience. See them in Cruel Intentions.
Ryan Howard is a temp turned executive turned failing small-time media mogul. See them in The Office.