Because you like Wendy Carr in Mindhunter
Liesel Meminger is trying to ease the suffering of those around her, German and Jew alike. See them in The Book Thief.
Arizona Robbins loves being a pediatric surgeon, and the cute orthopedic surgeon downstairs makes coming into work worth her while. See them in Grey's Anatomy.
Michael Bluth is the only sane person in a family of eccentrics. At least, that's how he thinks of himself. See them in Arrested Development.
Angela Martin is uptight and puritanical, outside of the affair she's having with a co-worker. See them in The Office.
Caitlin Snow believes that burying herself in science is the best way to save the day or to mend a broken heart. See them in DC Extended Universe.
Vanellope von Schweetz is princess of the Sugar Rush game who could care less about being royal. See them in Wreck it Ralph.
Although she is underestimated, Lagertha never fails to prove her worth as both a warrior and a mother. See them in Vikings.
A neurotic people pleaser, Tom Wambsgans is both ambitious and spineless. See them in Succession.
A homeless orphan with unusual red hair, Anne knows the odds are against her. But she's starting to find her inner power. See them in Anne With an E.
Protecting his family's name and its power are more important to Tywin Lannister than anything or anyone. See them in Game of Thrones.
Claire Standish is a popular, perfect princess who's deeper than she seems. See them in The Breakfast Club.