Chris Charlton
Known for
Acting
Born
October 10, 1983 (age 42)
Birthplace
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, England, UK
Biography
Chris Charlton is a well-known figure in the world of New Japan Pro Wrestling (NJPW). He debuted as part of the NJPW English commentary team in 2018, serving as both commentator and translator, providing insight that helps international fans understand Japanese wrestling culture.
Additionally, Charlton is an author who has written extensively about Japanese wrestling. His books include "Lion's Pride: The Turbulent History of New Japan Pro Wrestling," a comprehensive look at NJPW’s history, and "Eggshells: Pro Wrestling in the Tokyo Dome," which chronicles the major wrestling events held at the iconic venue.
Best known work
NJPW G1 Climax 33: Day 17
2023
NJPW Wrestle Kingdom 13
2019
NJPW x AEW x CMLL x ROH x STARDOM: Wrestle Dynasty
2025
NJPW King of Pro Wrestling 2025
2025
NJPW Wrestle Kingdom 20
2026
NJPW King of Pro-Wrestling 2018
2018
NJPW Dominion 6.9 in Osaka-jo Hall 2019
2019
NJPW New Year Dash !! 2026
2026
NJPW Wrestle Kingdom 17: Night 1 in Tokyo Dome
2023
NJPW Sakura Genesis 2026
2026Filmography
2026
NJPW Destruction In Kobe 2026as Chris Charlton - English Commentary
2026
NJPW Road to Destruction 2026 - Day 3as Chris Charlton - English Commentary
2026
NJPW Road to Destruction 2026 - Day 2as Chris Charlton - English Commentary
2026
NJPW Yuji Nagata Produce Blue Justice XIX ~Aogi Futotsu~as Chris Charlton - English Commentary
2026
NJPW G1 Climax 36 - Day 19 (Final)as Chris Charlton - English Commentary
2026
NJPW G1 Climax 36 - Day 18as Chris Charlton - English Commentary
2026
NJPW G1 Climax 36 - Day 17as Chris Charlton - English Commentary
2026
NJPW G1 Climax 36 - Day 16as Chris Charlton - English Commentary
2026
NJPW G1 Climax 36 - Day 13as Chris Charlton - English Commentary
2026
NJPW G1 Climax 36 - Day 12as Chris Charlton - English Commentary
2026
NJPW G1 Climax 36 - Day 7as Chris Charlton - English Commentary
2026
NJPW G1 Climax 36 - Day 6as Chris Charlton - English Commentary
2026
NJPW G1 Climax 36 - Day 1as Chris Charlton - English Commentary
2026
NJPW Tiger Mask's Retirement Matchas Chris Charlton - English Commentary
2026
NJPW Road to G1 Climax 36 - Day 6as Chris Charlton - English Commentary
2026
NJPW Road to G1 Climax 36 - Day 3as Chris Charlton - English Commentary
2026
NJPW Dominion 6.14 In Osaka-Jo Hall 2026as Chris Charlton - English Commentary
2026
NJPW Best of the Super Junior 33 - Day 14 (Final)as Chris Charlton - English Commentary
2026
NJPW Best of the Super Junior 33 - Day 12as Chris Charlton - English Commentary
2026
NJPW Best of the Super Junior 33 - Day 11as Chris Charlton - English Commentary
2026
NJPW Best of the Super Junior 33 - Day 4as Chris Charlton - English Commentary
2026
NJPW Best of the Super Junior 33 - Day 3as Chris Charlton - English Commentary
2026
NJPW Best of the Super Junior 33 - Day 2as Chris Charlton - English Commentary
2026
NJPW Best of the Super Junior 33 - Day 1as Chris Charlton - English Commentary
2026
NJPW Wrestling Dontaku 2026 - Day 2as Chris Charlton - English Commentary