Because you like Hal 9000 in 2001: A Space Odyssey

Just a hint of human emotion lurks under the enigmatic exterior of Rei Ayanami. See them in Neon Genesis Evangelion.

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.

Sylar's victims are found all over the country, many with their brains removed. See them in Heroes.

Joyce Byers isn't crazy. She's just speaking to her missing son across dimensions using Christmas lights. See them in Stranger Things.

If the benchmark is extraordinary, what do you do if you're not like Vanya Hargreeves? See them in The Umbrella Academy.

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

Serena van der Woodsen is a wild child. Too wild, her friends and family might argue. See them in Gossip Girl.

When Rin Matsuoka is not swimming, he mostly spends his time brooding or listening to angry Dubstep. See them in Free! Iwatobi Swim Club.

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

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

Ethan Hunt's mission, should he chose to accept it, is to save the world from impossible threats. See them in Mission: Impossible.