Because you like Captain Nemo in 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea
Driven by obsession and anxiety, Monk bravely overcomes, or at least battles, his fears to help the world. See them in Monk.
Mike Ehrmantraut is rutheless, merciless, and probably the most endearing hitman you've ever met. See them in Breaking Bad.
Mike Hannigan is a lawyer-turned-pianist who loves to tap into his kooky side. See them in Friends.
Bran Stark discovered a scandelous family secret. He swore to keep quiet but soon found himself on the receiving end of attempted murder. See them in Game of Thrones.
His name is Inigo Montoya and whoever killed his father should be prepared to die. See them in The Princess Bride.
Sephiroth wants nothing more than to seize the power of the Lifestream in order to become a god. See them in Final Fantasy Series.
Lloyd Dobler is a kickboxer wearing his heart on his sleeve who would do anything for the woman he loves. See them in Say Anything.
On the outside, Gwen seems meek and calm. But she has an inner core of steel. See them in Merlin.
A monstrous pirate captain, Davy Jones is quite literally heartless. See them in Pirates of the Caribbean: the Curse of the Black Pearl.
A reclusive introvert, Liz Sherman has a temper that's literally lethal. See them in Hellboy.