This application discloses a method for manufacturing a display panel and a display panel. The display panel 100 includes: a first substrate 111; a second substrate 112; and a sealant 132, adhering the first substrate 111 and the second substrate 112 in a sealed manner. The first substrate 111 is provided with at least one metallic wire 120 in a sealant region 130. The sealant region 131 is provided with a depressed portion 141.