Because you like Claire Underwood in House of Cards
Bodhi Rook is a defected pilot for the Galactic Empire dead set on destroying the Death Star. See them in Rogue One.
Count Olaf is a traveling actor, except he can't act and his homicidal tendencies make finding work pretty difficult. See them in Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events.
Sensual, wild, and with a penchant for controlled substances, Lily is a ballet dancer who isn't afraid to let loose. See them in Black Swan.
The Terminator is an emotionless killing machine who won't stop until he's changed the future. See them in The Terminator.
While his twin tries to save lives, Millions Knives does the best to end them. See them in Trigun.
His elfin self-confidence can border on pretension, but Legolas Greenleaf is a fearsome fighter and a loyal friend. See them in The Lord of the Rings.
Liv Moore is a sarcastic high-achiever turned morally conflicted zombie. See them in iZombie.
Ryan Howard is a temp turned executive turned failing small-time media mogul. See them in The Office.
Felicity Smoak is a brilliant hacker who nonetheless becomes tongue-tied in front of attractive men. See them in DC Extended Universe.
Matilda Wormwood is so smart, she taught herself how to be psychic. See them in Matilda.
A benevolent madman with a blue box, The Doctor is traveling through time and space to heal the wounds of the universe. See them in Doctor Who.
Jade Jade Harley might not be the best at reading social cues, but her bravery and selflessness means she's a great friend to have. See them in Homestuck.