Because you like Stringer Bell in The Wire

A cocky surgeon, Stephen Strange is learning that magic is more real than he could ever imagine. See them in Marvel Cinematic Universe.

This metal-bending mutant may be misaligned with the genetically normal people of the world, but Magneto's got class for days. See them in X-Men Series.

As a monster-hunter cursed with supernatural abilities, Geralt of Rivia is a cynic burdened by scruples in an unscrupulous world. See them in The Witcher.

Jason Bourne is suffering amnesia, but considering what he's done as a CIA assassin, maybe that's for the best. See them in The Bourne Identity.

Holly Golightly spends so much time trying to be other people's dream girl, she doesn't really know what kind of girl she actually is. See them in Breakfast at Tiffany's.

Ellen Ripley defines the word "badass." When she's not leading her crew on an interstellar voyage, she's slaying terrifying creatures. See them in Alien.

Edward Kenway can be reckless and greedy, but he's learning that his ancient ancestry carries a noble burden. See them in Assassin's Creed Series.

Yuri Plisetsky's a hotheaded punk off the ice, incredible artist on it. See them in Yuri on Ice.

Bedside manner is for chumps, not the brilliant Dr. Gregory House. See them in House M.D..

Imperator Furiosa is a badass patriarchy toppler. She'll do anything to secure a better, freer future for the women she cares for. See them in Mad Max: Fury Road.

Spike Spiegel is a bounty-hunter with a laidback style and lightning-quick moves. See them in Cowboy Bebop.

Pro tip: the psych ward is not the best place to find a mentor like Lisa Rowe. See them in Girl, Interrupted.