Here are 33 of the most famous introverted fictional characters. Luna Lovegood is one of our favorite introverted characters. She’s shy, prefers to keep to herself, and is often misunderstood. But that doesn’t mean she’s not a great character. In fact, her introverted qualities are some of the things that make her so special.

Some characteristics that make a fictional character seem introverted include being quiet and reserved, preferring to spend time alone, being introspective, and feeling drained after social interactions.

Until then, if you are longing to watch a movie or show (maybe you, too, are an introvert like myself) with female characters who aren’t your typical extroverts (or less awkward introverts), here are just 40 of the great shy female characters (sorry, no anime) in film and television.

Here’s a breakdown of eight of these characters, their Myers-Briggs® type, and how you can emulate their qualities in your own life—while avoiding some of their less-than-stellar habits. Not sure what your personality type is?

While introverts are often pigeonholed as shy or aloof, these characters redefine the narrative, enchanting audiences with their distinctive personas. From Sheldon Cooper’s quirky...