Tom Chatterton (February 12, 1881 – August 17, 1952) was an American actor and director.

He gained early acting experience with Ben Horning's stock theater company in Syracuse, New York.

[3] He began his film career in 1913 at the New York Motion Picture Company under director Thomas H. Ince.

Although never a major star, Chatterton had several leading roles in early silent films.

He appeared in a large number of westerns and was able to adapt to talkies allowing him to have a successful career lasting five decades.