"Interlude" is the fifth episode of the first season of the American dark comedy crime television series The Righteous Gemstones.
According to Nielsen Media Research, the episode was seen by an estimated 0.560 million household viewers and gained a 0.2 ratings share among adults aged 18–49.
At Judy's birthday party, Billy crashes the event and gives her an expensive toy car, earning Eli's disapproval.
That night, Jesse apologizes to Eli for his actions and is told that if he cannot love his new brother, he must still pretend to do it in order to maintain a healthy relationship.
In present day, Billy listens to "Misbehavin'" in his car while parked outside the Gemstone Prayer Center, while Eli visits Aimee-Leigh's memorial.
Club gave the episode an "A–" grade and wrote, "'Interlude' is a great use of flashback because it informs the present-day storylines in a meaningful way.
There's a lot of layers here, both in the personal relationships and how the Gemstones have risen from their more humble beginnings, perhaps losing sight of their mission along the way.
"[7] Nick Harley of Den of Geek gave the episode a 4 star rating out of 5 and wrote, "Though I'm anxious to get back to the action that propelled The Righteous Gemstones' pilot, 'Interlude' showed genuine heart and helped color in the history of these characters, explaining how we got to where we're at today.
"[8] Kevin Lever of Telltale TV gave the episode a 4 star rating out of 5 and wrote, "'Interlude' breaks up the pace and allows us a window into different times.
"[9] Thomas Alderman of Show Snob praised the episode's exploration of family issues, "Dr. Eli Gemstone is challenged over his suggestions to his partner by Baby Billy, who believes that his brother-in-law never liked him.