“How is the show doing in 'the ratings'?” “It's down in 'the ratings' [=few people are watching it]. I think it'll be canceled.”
The President's approval 'rating' is lower than it was a month ago. [=fewer people approve of the President this month]
Both movies received G 'ratings'. [=both movies are rated G; both movies are appropriate for people of all ages]
(..) - What if they come after you? - I tell you what's gonna happen. I'll have to make some kind of apology, do some boring fundraiser. In the meantime, our ratings will go through the roof. It'll be fine. Trust me. Gordon? Quick, Evey, hide! Not so funny now, is it, funnyman? - Gotcha. (..)2005 V for Vendetta