Because you like Solomon Northup in 12 Years a Slave

Linda Belcher doesn't prescribe to what society deems as "normal." She narrates her life through song, much to the alarm of everyone nearby. See them in Bob's Burgers.

Ciri had a princess upbringing, and some of the facts of common people's lives are a mystery to her. See them in The Witcher.

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.

Bodhi Rook is a defected pilot for the Galactic Empire dead set on destroying the Death Star. See them in Rogue One.

Meg March might yearn for a life of ballgowns and diamond necklaces, but the boy she falls for doesn't have a penny to his name. See them in Little Women.

Murph is inquisitive, compassionate, and stubborn, with a passion for science she shares with her dad. See them in Interstellar.

Terry Jeffords (and his muscles) may look ferocious, but inside he's just a caring mama hen. See them in Brooklyn Nine-Nine.

April Kepner is an excellent surgeon, but outside of the operating room, she's more anxious than most. See them in Grey's Anatomy.

Faith has a chip on her shoulder and a stake in her hand to slay vampires in her town. See them in Buffy the Vampire Slayer.

Sometimes being a supportive girlfriend like Ophelia doesn't work out too well. See them in Hamlet.

A cruel pirate, Captain Hook still fancies himself a gentleman. See them in Peter Pan.