Because you like Hal 9000 in 2001: A Space Odyssey

He's a troubled insomniac in search of a moment to rest and a meaning to his existence. See them in Fight Club.

Deadpool thinks life is an endless series of train wrecks with only brief commercial-like breaks of happiness. See them in Deadpool.

Resourceful and courageous, Chun-Li is dedicated to using her considerable strengths against evil. See them in Street Fighter.

Loyal to his family and associates and distrustful of anyone else, Tony Soprano is a good guy to have on your side. See them in The Sopranos.

Jesse Aarons' frustration can only find outlet in another world. See them in Bridge to Terabithia.

Let's just say Sheldon Oberon is having an out-of-body experience like no other. See them in Jumanji.

Headstrong and sarcastic, Max Mayfield is a force for awkward middle school boys to contend with. See them in Stranger Things.

Ted Mosby is a hopelessly romantic architect in search of someone to be the mother of his children. See them in How I Met Your Mother.

Princess Fiona is a damsel who doesn't need saving, but she's cursed with an embarrassing secret. See them in Shrek.

An ambitious man of science, Norman Osborn has become green with envy over Spider-Man's powers. See them in Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Steve Stifler is more than just a dude with a hot mom. He's also rude, profane, and obnoxious. See them in American Pie.

An assassin with supernatural gifts, Corvo Attano is the last guy you should frame for murder. See them in Dishonored.