VCR would only work with a composite video (yellow RCA) connection.
Some TVs have a combined component composite video input. Check your TV manual for details.
If you put a tape in the VHS and the front panel doesn't indicate that the tape is moving then the player is not working. There are still some DVD/VHS players out there but they are going away fast and are not cheap. You might be able to replace your tapes with DVD for less than a new VHS.