Because you like Ned Flanders in The Simpsons

Duck, girl, and legend: Ahiru's identities confuse even herself at times, and she often wonders which of them is truly her. See them in Princess Tutu.

A girl who grew up on stories, Meggie Folchart is as loyal and intrepid as one of her fictional heroines. See them in Inkheart.

Celie Johnson says she's poor, black, and may even be ugly. But dear God she's here. See them in The Color Purple.

Even the smallest person can change the course of the world, if he's brave enough. See them in The Lord of the Rings.

With a unique ability to empathize with killers, Will Graham helps society but his sanity pays the price. See them in Hannibal.

Though the weight of a secret robs her of her voice, Melinda is nevertheless artistic, intelligent, and empathetic. See them in Speak .

This is not a democracy. According to Torrance Shipman, it's a "cheerocracy." See them in Bring It On.

The Sohma family is just plain cursed, and Yuki Sohma has to learn to live with it – or so he thinks. See them in Fruits Basket.

Sid Jenkins is the ultimate underachiever, but he doesn't mind. Well, he pretends he doesn't. See them in Skins.

Emma Woodhouse knows what's best for everyone else. Just don't try to tell her what to do. See them in Emma.

Christopher Turk is bringing his A-game to his next big challenge: becoming a surgeon. See them in Scrubs.

CIA operative Carrie Mathison is on a self-assigned mission to follow a lead, whether it be the truth or just her delusions playing tricks. See them in Homeland.