The film's original theatrical prints begin with the following disclaimer, which appears as onscreen text that is read aloud by Bret Morrison: "THE TRIP - FORWARD. You are about to be involved in a most unusual motion picture experience. It deals fictionally with the hallucinogenic drug, LSD. Today, the extensive use in black market production of this and other such "mind-bending" chemicals is of great concern to medical and civil authorities. The illegal manufacture and distribution of these drugs is dangerous and can have fatal consequences. Many have been hospitalized as a result. This picture represents a shocking commentary on a prevalent trend of our time and one that must be of great concern to us all." Because this disclaimer was imposed by the studio and went against Roger Corman's desire to have the film provide a balanced portrayal of drug use, it was removed from the 2011 director's cut.