Because you like Henry Chinaski in Barfly
James T. Kirk is more than ready to face the final frontier. See them in Star Trek.
Fox Mulder is a devoted believer in aliens, monsters, and that the truth is out there. See them in The X-Files.
V is a violent anarchist with literally nothing left to lose. But, he might have a point. See them in V for Vendetta.
Years of constant assault by mean classmates, rude teachers, and her abusive mother is making Carrie White want to fight back. See them in Carrie.
Introspective Theodore Twombly would rather observe life than participate in it. See them in Her.
Seth is short-tempered, crude, and terrible at school, but hopefully there's nothing an epic party can't fix. See them in Superbad.
A free-spirited artist, Marjane Satrapi is living under the shadow of an oppressive society. See them in Persepolis.
Cynicism is his armor and words are his weapons, but what Tyrion Lannister would really like is some nice wine. See them in Game of Thrones.
Donkey Kong is a strong, banana-loving, and caring uncle to Diddy Kong. See them in Donkey Kong.
Elaine Benes is a tough New Yorker who can hang with the guys, and date the ones who are "sponge-worthy." See them in Seinfeld.
An opportunistic fugitive-turned-bounty-hunter, Faye Valentine uses both grit and her good looks to get ahead. See them in Cowboy Bebop.