Rating: Your Quick Guide to Movie Scores and Reviews

Ever wonder why you love a film but can’t remember what score you gave it? Or why a movie with a 9/10 rating still feels meh? You’re not alone. On this page we break down the most common rating questions, show you how to dig up old scores on IMDb, and explain the different rating systems you’ll meet online.

How to Find Your Old IMDb Ratings

First off, let’s get you back to that list of movies you rated years ago. Open IMDb, log into your account, and click on your profile picture in the top right corner. From the dropdown, pick “Your Profile.” Inside your profile, you’ll see a tab called “Ratings.” Click it, and you’ll land on a page that shows every title you’ve ever scored, from the latest blockbuster to that indie you watched at a friend’s house.

If the list feels long, use the search bar at the top of the Ratings page to type the movie name. Want to see only the movies you gave 8 or higher? Click the filter icon and set the minimum rating. You can even delete a rating if you changed your mind—just hit the little ‘X’ next to the score. That’s it. No hidden menus, no tech wizardry.

Understanding Different Rating Systems

Not every site uses the same scale. IMDb sticks to a 1‑10 numeric system, while Rotten Tomatoes shows a percentage of positive reviews. Metacritic blends critic scores into a 0‑100 scale, and many streaming services let you give a thumbs‑up or a heart. Knowing how each system works helps you compare movies more fairly.

For example, a film with a 70% on Rotten Tomatoes means 70% of critics liked it, not that it’s a 7/10. On IMDb, a 7.0 really means users averaged that score. When you see a 4‑star rating on Amazon, think of it as a half‑step between a 7 and an 8 on IMDb. Use these conversions in your head to get a clearer picture of a film’s overall reception.

Another tip: pay attention to the number of votes. A 9.2 from 30 users isn’t as reliable as an 8.1 from 10,000. Bigger sample sizes smooth out outliers and give you a truer sense of how the crowd feels.

Beyond numbers, your personal rating matters most. If you loved a movie for its story but gave it a 6 because the ending was weak, that nuance isn’t captured in a single score. Keep a short note alongside your rating—most platforms let you add a review. Over time you’ll build a personal guide that reflects what you truly enjoy.

So, whether you’re hunting down that old rating, trying to decode a 92% on Rotten Tomatoes, or just curious how many people liked a new release, the steps above should make the process painless. Use them, experiment with different platforms, and let your own taste lead the way.

Got more rating questions? Drop a comment, and we’ll add a quick guide for you. Happy watching!