Because you like Solomon Northup in 12 Years a Slave

In the simplest terms, in the most convenient definitions, people consider Brian a nerd. But he's more than that. See them in The Breakfast Club.

Charles Boyle is the human equivalent of a puppy, only slightly less adorable. See them in Brooklyn Nine-Nine.

Once a handsome prince, the Beast is now a grumpy, furry, monster. It's hard to pinpoint which mammal he resembles the most. See them in Beauty and the Beast.

The Genie is the perfect buddy, granting every wish we might have and keeping life good-spirited. See them in Aladdin.

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

Velma Kelly will do anything to get the limelight back. See them in Chicago.

Luis is a deliverer of silver linings and long-winded stories. See them in Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Breaking bones and hearts, Callie Torres has figured out how to put the bones back together. But the hearts? Not so much. See them in Grey's Anatomy.

Awkward and anxious. It's not easy being Meg Griffin. See them in Family Guy.

A daughter of a pair of superheroes, Hope van Dyne is scientist is brilliant and fearsome. See them in Marvel Cinematic Universe.

N'Jadaka is a righteous man with a violent agenda. See them in Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Todd Anderson has some “big shoes to fill” at Welton Academy, and new English teacher Mr. Keating isn’t letting him get away with staying silent in class. See them in Dead Poets Society.