Because you like Sethe in Beloved

Sam Weir lives for the simple things in life: watching Saturday Night Live and reading comic books. See them in Freaks and Geeks.

This elf loves smiling, eating sugar, and spreading Christmas cheer. And no matter what, Buddy always sees the best in people. See them in Elf.

A self-proclaimed diva, Mercedes Jones is on the hunt for a stage worthy of her talents. See them in Glee.

David Rose likes his rose chilled, his linens pressed, and his family quiet. See them in Schitt's Creek.

Peter Venkman's "research" projects are designed to get undergraduate students to sleep with him. Though it turns out he can bust ghosts. See them in Ghostbusters.

This is not a democracy. According to Torrance Shipman, it's a "cheerocracy." See them in Bring It On.

Think you grew up fast? At 12, Mathilda is an aspiring assassin eager to avenge her family's murder. See them in Leon: The Professional.

Donna Pinciotti is strong, independent, and empathetic. No one messes with her. See them in That '70s Show.

Red doesn't like to explain herself. She wants her work to do the talking. See them in Transistor.

Alex DeLarge likes his favorite milk-based, drug-laced cocktail. It helps him get in the mood for a night of "ultra violence." See them in A Clockwork Orange.

Betty Cooper seems like a sweet girl, but she also has a dark side and can go beyond what's safe or sane. See them in Archie Comics.