Because you like Malcolm Wilkerson in Malcolm in the Middle
Foggy Nelson is a principled small-time lawyer fighting for fellow little guys. See them in Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Jesse Aarons' frustration can only find outlet in another world. See them in Bridge to Terabithia.
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.
Anywhere there's adventure, Jaskier is there to write a catchy song about it. See them in The Witcher.
Troy Bolton is a triple threat: singing, dancing, and basketball. See them in High School Musical.
Marinette Dupain-Cheng is a shy teenage girl, fashion designer, and superhero. See them in Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir.
Rupert Giles is a librarian on the outside, fearless evil-fighter on the inside. See them in Buffy the Vampire Slayer.
Christine Daae has been secretely taking lessons from a phantom musician. It sounded less creepy in her head. See them in The Phantom of the Opera.
Detective Alec Hardy doesn't let anyone get too close to him. See them in Broadchurch.
John Bender's interests include marijuana, fighting, and breaking the rules. See them in The Breakfast Club.