Because you like Emmett Brown in Back to the Future

Strong-willed Norah Silverberg isn't willing to be the goody bag at anyone's pity party. See them in Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist.

Shaun is used to being lazy. And now, you're asking him to fight for his life? See them in Shaun of the Dead.

Armed guards, FBI agents, notorious serial killers – Hannibal Lecter has bested them all, with time to finish dessert afterwards. See them in The Silence of the Lambs.

Never shy about sharing what she thinks, Beatrice loves to make smart remarks and keep men on their toes. See them in Much Ado About Nothing.

Michelle Richardson's world revolves around her boyfriend. Alas, his world doesn't revolve around her. See them in Skins.

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

A powerful dragon-hunting warrior, Dovahkiin is destined for great things. See them in The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim.

A laid-back wanderer, Ginko has an empathetic, open-minded worldview. See them in Mushishi.

Veronica Mars is a sarcastic private eye whose biggest mission is surviving high school. See them in Veronica Mars.

Brilliant, violent, and only a little insane, the Joker doesn't listen to anyone except the voices in his head. See them in DC Extended Universe.

WALL-E is a quirky little romantic robot cleaning the wasteland known as Earth. See them in WALL-E.

Rukia Kuchiki is a cool and collected warrior who has trouble opening up to anyone. See them in Bleach.