The Mystery of Matter: Search for the Elements is a 2015 English-language Documentary Biography series. From early alchemists to those obsessed with the atom itself, the collective knowledge of centuries of bold thinkers and tinkerers constructed what is today the basis of modern chemistry. This is the story of the trailblazers whose curiosity about their world helped unlock some of natures best kept secrets. Written by e0state. The mystery of matter: search for the elements stars Michael Emerson in the lead role along with an ensemble cast including John Allegra, Michael Aronov, John Curless, Yan Tual, Don Bagley and Lucas Dixon.