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The Mystery of Matter: Search for the Elements

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An exciting three-part series about one of the great adventures in the history of science: the long and continuing quest to understand what the world is made of. Three hour-long episodes tell the story of seven of history’s most important…

DirectorsMuffie Meyer·Stephen Lyons

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Seasons & Episodes

E1
Out of Thin Air (1754-1806)
Aug 19, 2015
E2
Unruly Elements (1859-1902)
Aug 19, 2015
E3
Into the Atom (1910-1960)
Aug 19, 2015

Cast · Directed by Muffie Meyer

MEMichael Emerson
Michael Emerson
Narrator

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The Mystery of Matter: Search for the Elements — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Mystery of Matter: Search for the Elements?

The Mystery of Matter: Search for the Elements is streaming on CuriosityStream in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Mystery of Matter: Search for the Elements on Netflix?

No, The Mystery of Matter: Search for the Elements is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026. It's currently on CuriosityStream.

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The Mystery of Matter: Search for the Elements isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United Kingdom, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

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The Mystery of Matter: Search for the Elements is available on CuriosityStream in United Kingdom, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

How many seasons are in The Mystery of Matter: Search for the Elements?

The Mystery of Matter: Search for the Elements has 1 season in total (3 episodes). The series concluded in 2015.

Are all episodes of The Mystery of Matter: Search for the Elements out yet?

Yes — all 3 episodes across 1 season of The Mystery of Matter: Search for the Elements are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of The Mystery of Matter: Search for the Elements?

No — The Mystery of Matter: Search for the Elements ended after 1 season, so there is no Season 2.