I went there today as well. Worth it? Yes. Matches up to the
quality of the originals. I honestly never expected the
originals to be in their roles ever again and hardly expected to
get such a treat of so much Han Solo + Chewy time. I also felt
engaged with the new characters. I *WANT* to know what happens
with Rey. I WANT to know what happens with Kylo Ren. I WANT to
know what happens with Finn. I *care* about the new cast.
EXCELLENTLY done and yes, even still, it can stand alone. Star
Wars always had that "I've just been dropped in the middle of
something that's been going on a long time" feeling and this
captures it perfectly.