Philip Thompson (August 20, 1789 – November 25, 1836) was a member of the U.S. representative from Kentucky.

Born in Mercer County, near Harrodsburg, Kentucky, Thompson received a limited education.

He served as a lieutenant in the War of 1812 with 10th Company of the Barbour's Regiment, Kentucky Volunteer Militia.

He was admitted to the bar and commenced practice in Hartford, Ohio County, Kentucky.

He resumed the practice of law in Owensburg, Kentucky, where he died November 25, 1836.