Because you like Flik in A Bug's Life

Gordie Lachance never had any friends later on like the ones he had when I was twelve. See them in Stand By Me.

Count Olaf is a traveling actor, except he can't act and his homicidal tendencies make finding work pretty difficult. See them in Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events.

David Rossi may chase serial killers for a living, but he's more interested in what wine pairs well with tonight's parmigiana. See them in Criminal Minds.

Viking Astrid Hofferson has it all: brains, brawn, and some killer braids. See them in How to Train Your Dragon.

Glenn Rhee somehow never loses his enthusiastic spirit – even in the middle of a zombie apocalypse. See them in The Walking Dead.

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

Jade Jade Harley might not be the best at reading social cues, but her bravery and selflessness means she's a great friend to have. See them in Homestuck.

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

Blunt, petty, neurotic, Larry David can never live and let live. See them in Curb Your Enthusiasm.

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

There's magic behind Tara Maclay's quiet façade. See them in Buffy the Vampire Slayer.

The cutest kitty this side of the galaxy, Nepeta Leijon is mischievous, caring, and obsessed with romance. See them in Homestuck.