Because you like Hal Wilkerson in Malcolm in the Middle

Frodo might have carried the ring, but Samwise Gamgee carried the ring bearer. See them in The Lord of the Rings.

Woody is a selfless leader of Andy's toys who likes change less than a snake in his boots. See them in Toy Story.

A soulful bass player, Nick O'Leary can't stop sending breakup CDs to his ex. See them in Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist.

After years of living vicariously through other people's heroic stories, Wade Watts is about to become a hero himself. See them in Ready Player One.

Frederick Frankenstein is an eccentric (O.K., maybe a little insane) professor who is excited to be delving into his family's past. See them in Young Frankenstein.

Howard Wolowitz is an engineer whose serious mommy issues somehow haven't dimmed his confidence. See them in The Big Bang Theory.

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.

Blunt, petty, neurotic, Larry David can never live and let live. See them in Curb Your Enthusiasm.

Once a handsome prince, the Beast is now a grumpy, furry, monster. It's hard to pinpoint which mammal he resembles the most. See them in Beauty and the Beast.

A loyal assistant to Nelson and Murdock, Karen Page has a way of finding trouble. See them in Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Sarcastic and always complaining, C3PO is a droid that despite his quirks you always want by your side. See them in Star Wars Series.

Charles Boyle is the human equivalent of a puppy, only slightly less adorable. See them in Brooklyn Nine-Nine.