Because you like Sarah Churchill in The Favourite

Tiffany Maxwell wishes people would stop reminding her about her dead husband. See them in Silver Linings Playbook.

A beacon of positivity with a brilliant legal mind to boot, Elle Woods breaks down stereotypes about what girls can and can't do. See them in Legally Blonde.

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

Daisy Buchanan is beautiful and rich, and seems to have it all. But beneath the glitter and the glam, things are more complicated for her. See them in The Great Gatsby.

Genetically and cybernetically enhanced, Gamora was trained from birth to be one of the deadliest women in the galaxy. See them in Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Years of being a social outcast have taken a toll, but Elphaba is willing to be wicked if it means she can do good. See them in Wicked .

Cinder has been beaten down by the world, but she's learning that her cyborg abilities are pretty helpful. See them in Cinder .

Greenpeace? No, this brave eco-terrorist is waging Greenwar. See them in Final Fantasy Series.

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.

John Bender's interests include marijuana, fighting, and breaking the rules. See them in The Breakfast Club.

Eleanor puts up a tough front, even when everyone else tries to tear her down. See them in Eleanor and Park .