Because you like Solomon Northup in 12 Years a Slave

Talking to a stranger on a train is the best decision Jesse Wallace ever made. See them in Before Sunrise.

Greg Hirsch is new to the Roy family's cutthroat world of wealth and privilege. See them in Succession.

Rory Williams is a caring companion whose specialty is looking after others. See them in Doctor Who.

A champion of chivalry, Don Quixote is dutifully bringing good to the world—even when others think he's out of his mind. See them in Don Quixote.

Good-natured, sensitive, and introspective, Mason is on a lifelong path to finding himself. See them in Boyhood.

A compassionate medical student, Martha Jones has found a Doctor she can really look up to. See them in Doctor Who.

A bloodsucker, Carlisle Cullen is actually more likely to give you a blood infusion. See them in Twilight.

Sweet, reserved, and intellectual, Cordelia Foxx would do anything for her students. See them in American Horror Story.

Loyal and supportive, Cece Parekh is the best friend a girl could ask for. It doesn't hurt that she's a supermodel. See them in New Girl.

This elf loves smiling, eating sugar, and spreading Christmas cheer. And no matter what, Buddy always sees the best in people. See them in Elf.

A self-proclaimed diva, Mercedes Jones is on the hunt for a stage worthy of her talents. See them in Glee.