Because you like Cookie Monster in Sesame Street
Simba just can't wait to be king, but he's got a lot of growing up to do first. See them in The Lion King.
Although Jareth seems like he's just a harmless romantic, his powers make him a formidable foe. See them in Labyrinth.
In charge of stocking the office's supply of cigarettes and liquor, Joan Holloway could run the whole company if they would let her. See them in Mad Men.
Jesse Tuck dreams of finding someone to join his unusual family. See them in Tuck Everlasting.
A compassionate medical student, Martha Jones has found a Doctor she can really look up to. See them in Doctor Who.
When the Sorting Hat touched Draco Malfoy's head, it placed him in Slytherin, a house that has turned out more dark wizards than any other. See them in Harry Potter Series.
Sheldon Cooper is brilliant in every way except, well, interacting with any human being. See them in The Big Bang Theory.
His murderous megalomania aside, Loki is quite charming. Just don't mention his strapping older brother; he's a tad jealous. See them in Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Ellie is more world-weary than most 14-year-olds. You would be too if your world was infested with zombies. See them in The Last of Us.
Detective Alec Hardy doesn't let anyone get too close to him. See them in Broadchurch.
Severus Snape is a misanthropic potions teacher with a vindictive streak. See them in Harry Potter Series.
Most of the world has been wiped out from The Beast. And when The Beast comes, Cole MacGrath will be ready. See them in inFAMOUS.