The Darkest Hour A Drama in One Act Author:Charles George 3 males, 2 females — The Darkest Hour tells the story of young John Madison, within four hours of his execution for murder, having been found guilty on circumstantial evidence. He is innocent, but has no way of proving it, as appearances have been too strongly against him. His sorrowing mother comes to pay her last visit before the State... more » exacts its toll. He reiterates his innocence and relates the entire circumstances to her. It is a heart breaking tale.