Because you like The Governess in The Turn of the Screw

Although Thomas Sharpe is an English baronet, he doesn't have a Shilling to his name. He's in America to sell his invention and marry rich. See them in Crimson Peak.

Born and raised in the darkness, Bane is determined to have the city totally under his control so that he can demolish it. See them in DC Extended Universe.

Marv is a brutish but principled thug who'd be right at home on an ancient battlefield. See them in Sin City.

An adventurous dreamer, George Bailey always winds up putting other people's dreams first. See them in It's A Wonderful Life.

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

Riggan Thomson is a washed-up movie star running from his inner demons. Alas those inner demons look just like the superhero he used to play. See them in Birdman.

Loyal to his family and associates and distrustful of anyone else, Tony Soprano is a good guy to have on your side. See them in The Sopranos.

The only constant in Night Vale is Cecil's hypnotic voice. See them in Welcome to Night Vale.

If this slick ad man doesn't like the conversation, he changes it—while drinking and smoking. See them in Mad Men.

Jughead Jones loves burgers, his friends, and philosophizing with his unique brand of wisdom. See them in Archie Comics.

An off-beat dork, John Egbert is funny, inventive, and endlessly optimistic. See them in Homestuck.

Thanos is an intergalactic warlord, on the hunt for infinite power. See them in Marvel Cinematic Universe.